Operation Backpack gives disadvantaged kids tools they need for school

NEW YORK -- Operation Backpack 2016 is closing the back to school gap with backpacks.[br /][br /]Through August 5th, you can help out Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-GNY) with their massive effort to send thousands of kids to school with the tools they need.[br /][Ads /][br /]The project is helping disadvantaged children who live in homeless and domestic violence shelters throughout the 5 boroughs.[br /][br /]You can help out by organizing a drive,donating supplies, or you can send the campaign a financial gift.[br /][br /]Rachel Weinstein, the founder of OPERATION BACKPACK, and actress Paige Davis joined us in studio to share more about the campaign.[br /][Ads /][br /]For more information visit: [url HREF="https://www.voa-gny.org/operation-backpack" TARGET="https://www.voa-gny.org/operation-backpack" REL="https://www.voa-gny.org/operation-backpack[br /]"]https://www.voa-gny.org/operation-backpack[br /][/url]