Laredo Community College issued the following announcement.
Laredo College is feeling the generous spirit and making the holiday season jollier for Palominos. The Laredo College Trading Station and the Laredo College Alumni & Friends Association joined forces for the Helping Hands Project, an initiative conceived to help out students in need.
Setting the example and kicking off the giving streak, the Laredo College Alumni & Friends Association donated $1,000 directly to the Trading Station to assist them in immediately replenishing their food supply. This generous donation is separate from the total amount raised.
Through the contributions of members of our community, the Helping Hands Project logged $2,700 in donations for students. The funds came primarily from a Facebook fundraiser organized by the LC Alumni & Friends Association. Additionally, the association matched the first $1,000 in donations, bringing the total to an impressive $3,700, and surpassing the $3,000 donation goal in only one week.
Laredo College President Dr. Ricardo J. Solis thanked the association for their commitment to making a difference in the lives of students and embodying the meaning of Palominos supporting Palominos.
“Our college family and international Palomino community once again came through for our students,” Dr. Solis said. “We are in awe of their continuous generosity. It is a testament to the special place Laredo College holds in the hearts of so many people. Thanks to this great network of friends and community partners, many of our students facing difficult financial times will be able to buy food and other necessities this holiday season.”
All the funds raised through this initiative will go directly to LC students in the form of gift cards for grocery stores like Walmart or H-E-B. Students will be able to purchase food, clothing, toiletries or any necessities. A total of 74 students will receive this aid.
Due to the pandemic, the Trading Station is providing services through its free online store, which can be found at https://www.laredo.edu/cms/TSS. Once students complete their order, the Office of Student Life will reach out to them to schedule an appointment for pick-up.
The Trading Station accepts donations year-round. Due to the pandemic, only monetary donations are being accepted at the time through the Laredo College Alumni & Friends Association Facebook page or by mailing a check. Checks can be made out to Laredo College c/o Trading Station (Office of Student Life) and can be mailed to West End Washington St., Box 170 in Laredo, TX 78040. For more information, students can email studentlife@laredo.edu or call (956) 721-5179.
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