Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that in association with the John Theissen Children’s Foundation he is seeking the donation of school supplies for the 2007-08 school year, which will then be distributed to underprivileged children from low-income families.

“The John Theissen Children’s Foundation has been conducting a ‘Back to School Program’ for several years. Back to school time can be extremely difficult for many children whose families cannot afford new clothes or school supplies. With your donation, you can make a child feel good about themselves and look forward to attending school,” said Assemblyman McDonough, adding, “it is my privilege to be able to participate in this program.”

Donations that are being sought are supplies that include, but are not limited to, backpacks, spiral notebooks, pencils, pens, crayons, markers and other classroom necessities. In addition, the foundation, through monetary donations also provides new clothing for children to wear.

The collection drive will be July 9th through August 17th between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Items may be dropped off at Assemblyman McDonough’s District Office at 3000 Hempstead Turnpike, Suite 110, Levittown, New York. For further information, please contact Assemblyman McDonough by calling (516) 731-8830 or via e-mail at mcdonod@assembly.state.ny.us. In addition you can contact the John Theissen Children’s Foundation by calling (516) 679-5098, or by visiting their web site.