The Ruth Ellis Center currently needs 80 backpacks with supplies for youth in need. REC provides both a short-term and long-term residential safe space as well as support services for runaway, homeless and at-risk LGBT and questioning youth.
Backpacks should be large enough for 15-18 year olds. Items specifically requested include men's and women's underwear, bras and socks.
Donations can brought to Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit at 2441 Pinecrest, Ferndale by Aug. 31.
For more information, call 248-399-7741.
Ruth Ellis Center Seeks Backpack Donations
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