Backpack Brigade

Throughout the month of August, Operation Homefront will be distributing backpacks and school supplies for local military children, who will be invited to events where they can pick out their own backpack and then stuff it with all of the supplies they need for a successful school year. To lend a helping hand, you can sponsor a child by mailing your check of $35 to Operation Homefront at PO Box 26747, San Diego, CA 92196. Donations can also be made online. (www.operationhomefront.net/socal)   MIA STEFANKO