By Saveria Farino
Key Club members are selling Yuda Bands for $7 until the end of January in support of a Central American student’s education.
Key Club partnered with Yuda Bands to raise money for a young girl to finish her education. Lesbia Par Par is a 22-year-old living in Guatemala; however, she is only in the tenth grade. To help her receive the education she cannot afford on her own, Key Club is trying to sell 295 Yuda Bands by the end of the month to help Par Par.
“Key Club will not be making a profit out of this fundraiser. We are simply helping to spread the cause. We wanted to do this fundraiser not only to help Lesbia afford her education, but to also put the word out about our club and the amazing cause that we are trying to spread,” Rosie Dumo, Key Club president, senior, said.
The Yuda Bands come in various colors with different designs, each with individual meanings. Each bracelet is handcrafted from coconut shell. To buy a bracelet in support of her education, visit a Key Club officer at one of their meetings in room 200 on Thursdays after school.
“It’s really neat knowing that we are able to help people in developing countries that don’t have the same educational opportunities that we do. Rather than just fundraising to benefit our club, we are reaching out to the greater good outside of our community,” Bianca Weyers, junior, said.
Other clubs like Student Council have also taken actions to serve in the community. Through Oct. 26-Nov. 23 third period classes were asked to bring in canned foods, to be donated to Von Tobel Elementary school. The Cougs only raised 27 cans; Ms. Swenson’s third period won with 14 cans. Turkey dinners were also collected the entire month of November to provide Thanksgiving meals to underprivileged families. In total 50 meals were made and donated to Robert Taylor Elementary school. Dinners included turkey, canned vegetables, mashed potatoes, stuffing, pie, rolls, and cranberry sauce.
To ring in holiday cheer, Cougars Care had third period classrooms adopt less fortunate children. Classes bought gifts and toys based on the children’s wishlists. 38 teachers participated and were able to give 42 kids from Robert Taylor Elementary school gifts for the holidays. The presents were delivered to the families on Dec. 16.
Animal Advocate club also participated in making a difference this past holiday. Club members donated blankets, towels, and other pet supplies to different animal shelters and organizations. In total, about 50 blankets and towels were donated.
“Being able to help give to families in need and even get community help for that action is extremely heartwarming. Knowing that you’re able to help someone else is what service like this is all about,” Sheldon Skoboloff, freshman, said.
