YMCA's Backpack & School Supply Drive: Today in Issaquah and Sammamish

YMCAs on the Eastside will host a backpack and school supply drive for local youth in need from August 5-23.

The drive is in memory of Nicole Lehtinen, a foster youth whose life was cut short in an auto accident at the age of 16.  After her father died, 6 year old Nicole became a foster child when her mother could no longer care for her.  As she entered foster care, all she had from home was her backpack.

Community members can support the drive by donating new backpacks and school supplies to Eastside YMCA’s beginning Aug 5-23 at the Coal Creek, Bellevue, Sammamish, Snoqualmie and Lake Heights locations.

For more information or an interview, please contact Joan Zefkeles, Membership Services at Coal Creek YMCA 425-282-1500.