Sioux Empire United Way Emerging Leaders hosting school supply drive benefiting KidStop

Posted: Aug 17, 2020 / 03:28 PM CDT / Updated: Aug 17, 2020 / 03:28 PM CDT

Sara Weinreis is an Emerging Leaders Steering Committee Member. She’s joining us today to tell us more about the organization, what items they’re looking for, and how you can give back to help make a difference. Click here for more details on the event.

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