Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty Collects 1,177 Backpacks for Local Children

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - EntSun -- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty collected 1,177 backpacks filled with school supplies for Northeast Florida children during its 20^th Annual Backpack Challenge.

The backpacks and school supplies were donated to students throughout Northeast Florida in partnership with Dreams Come True, Operation New Hope, The USO, Department of Juvenile Justice, Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida, Charles E. Bennett Elementary, Orange Park Junior High and Gamble Rogers Middle School.

During the campaign, new backpacks and school supplies were collected at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty offices throughout Northeast Florida. The backpacks were purchased for local students in kindergarten through grade 12 and filled with school supplies.

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Studies have shown that students beginning the school year with a new backpack and school supplies sets the foundation for academic success.

"We are truly grateful for the generous support and numerous donations we received from our Realtors, employees, clients and the community during the Backpack Challenge," said President and CEO Christy Budnick. "Our team enjoys supporting events that provide opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in our communities."

For more information about Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty, visit www.FloridaNetworkRealty.com or call (904) 296-6400.