"We want kids to start school with some joy”

DIXON, CA (MPG) - Grace Fellowship Church knew children have had a tough year and a half with the pandemic causing school closures and decided they wanted to help children go back to school this year with a little joy so, they gave a bunch of it away on Saturday with a carnival atmosphere at the church run by enthusiastic volunteers including Pastor Paul Sheldon and Luis Rosales who runs the hispanic mission there.

“There has been a lot of anxiety out there,” said Children’s Director Debbie Coogan. “Some kids are excited about going back but some are not. We want kids to start school with some joy.” The plan started simple but grew with enthusiasm into more fun with a jump house, a craft table, and various children’s activities. 

Backpacks were loaded with supplies and handed out by Susan VanTuyl, Assistant to the Director. Numerous children and their families enjoyed the event. If your child needs a backpack, you can call the church, Coogan said.