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SOCIAL SERVICES
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a) DONATION - Request approval and authorization for the Director of Social Services or Designee to accept donations from the Red Bluff Elks Lodge #1250, consisting of $2,000 in Walmart gift cards and $2,000 in merchandise, including children’s clothing and other essential items for Child Protective Services
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Financial Impact:
This will be used to benefit youth who are served by Child Protective Services.
Background Information:
The Red Bluff Elks Lodge #1250 has generously supported Social Services’ Child Protective Services (CPS) Branch for many years. This recent donation of Walmart gift cards and merchandise will help meet the needs of children and youth. The cards will be used to purchase essential items when children enter care and to provide necessities, such as beds that can help families remain stable and avoid involvement with the CPS system.