Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is partnering this school year with the United Way of Southern Maryland. CCPS has a long-standing history as a United Way partner. Prior to the pandemic, school system employees supported the annual United Way giving campaigns. As recent as 2010, CCPS staff donated almost $100,000 for the campaign year.
This year’s campaign between CCPS and United Way of Southern Maryland kicked off Nov. 3. Between now and Dec. 15, CCPS staff can donate to the annual giving campaign. The United Way of Southern Maryland supports more than 30 local human service agencies in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. These agencies directly support families, adults and children, many of whom are connected to CCPS through a student.
The United Way Campaign provides an opportunity for CCPS employees to give back to the community and make a difference in the lives of people in need. One of the programs United Way donations support is the Snack Sak program. Through the program, children receive backpacks of food and additional items for themselves and their families. The Snack Sak program directly supports many CCPS students and families.
Sylvia Royster, CCPS director of community engagement and equity, is overseeing the partnership with United Way for CCPS. Community members can donate to United Way at anytime. More information about how community members can donate is posted on the United Way website at https://www.unitedwaysouthernmaryland.org/.