Student Support Services assist flood victims
November 1, 2013
Due to the recent floods in the Austin area, there have been many greatly affected including some Akins students. Campus social worker, Colleen Arnold has a clothing closet, school supplies, and a community resource connection to assist all who were affected.
Arnold is also offering emotional support to those who need it. To better assist those in need, you can donate canned, boxed, and jar food items as well as clothing. All items can be taken directly to the SSS room located at the front of the school. Any leftover food or clothing will be donated to the Capital Area Food Bank or Coats for kids.
In case of any questions you can contact Colleen Arnold in the Student Support Services office at (512)-841-9878
How you can help with flood relief :
Donate non-perishable foods to the Oak Meadow Baptist Church at 6905 S. IH 35.
Donate clothing and other items to your nearest Salvation Army.
Donate $10 for long-term recovery efforts to the United Way of Greater Austin by texting UWATX to 85944 or give online at http://www.unitedwayaustin.org/11/2013/donations-needed-for-long-term-flood-relief-efforts/
The Austin Disaster Relief Network, a group of more than 100 churches in the area, is distributing gift cards to help meet the immediate needs of families affected by the flooding.
You can make monetary donations or find more information about volunteering at
