(Columbia) - Outside of the classroom, Maya Evans is spreading the word about her community service club's latest project.
"I'm putting up fliers to advertise for collecting box tops," explained Evans, a senior at Richland Northeast High School.
The box tops translate into cash, which the school plans to donate to Estill Elementary in Hampton County. The school was featured in "The Corridor of Shame," a documentary on under-funded schools in South Carolina.
"It's a small way, but it's a way they can impact real kids just like themselves who happen to live in a district not blessed with all the technology and equipment we have," said Kim Sanders, who is overseeing the fundraiser.
The box tops can be found of dozens of General Mills products, including cereal, Hamburger Helper, Betty Crocker and Ziploc products. Each top is worth a dime.
"That money is turned into a check that goes to the school and can be used for equipment, books, supplies, anything the school feels like it needs," explained Sanders.
"It's very easy," added RNE student Stephanie Sharpe, who dropped off 30 box tops Tuesday afternoon. "We buy products with box tops, so if you can contribute so easily, you should."
Now, the school is trying to get that message to the community, encouraging them to participate in the fundraiser. "I know it makes me feel good to know that I can give a little something back to the community," said Evans.
For a list of products with box tops,click her for their website.
WLTX
3/6/2007 7:23:59 PM
