Local Buddy Backpack’s ‘Lifesavers’
STAFF REPORT, Rainy Lake Gazette
The International Falls partners who deliver United Way of Northeastern Minnesota Buddy Backpacks to schools across Koochiching County have been named UWNEMN Lifesavers at the organization’s annual celebration March 27.
“Buddy Backpacks would not be possible in Koochiching County without these individuals,” said UWNEMN Executive Director Erin Shay.
In Koochiching County, more than 100 students are currently enrolled in the program.