Back in November, 23 shih tzus were rescued from an abusive environment, and since then all have made full recoveries, and all but one six-year-old male have found forever homes.
However, The Ohio SPCSA & Humane Society says they have seen an increased number of animals rescued from unsuitable homes in this past month. With many of them sick or injured, the shelter is seeking monetary donations to help cover their medical costs to get them healthy enough to be adopted.
The Lima Police Department has posted information on their Facebook page on where homeless people can get shelter and a meal when the weather hits. Organizations like the Red Cross and the local soup kitchen have offered their services to those that are homeless. Lima Police Department will also be handing out food to those in need thanks to their gap program.
Lima Chevrolet Cadillac, with the help of several other local businesses, has filled about 100 backpacks with school supplies. Everything from tablets, folders, pencils, and glue can be found inside. It's a way that they can give back to the community.
Fresh N Faded holding their 4th annual Back to School event Sunday Afternoon. Students of all ages were able to pick up school supplies to help get them started this fall, plus some new shoes for school. Besides the giveaway,, soldiers of honor was putting on a boxing demonstration, there was cheerleading competition, and free face painting and haircuts. The Owners of Fresh and Fades say that holding this event is special to them, because they can chip in and help those in Lima.
The assisted living facility provided local families with the opportunity to pick up school supplies as well as have a bite to eat with food trucks available at the event. Organizers wanted to give back to the community and help provide some overall relief to families who are in need.
Daddys at Work has organized a drop-off event for school supplies to make sure that every student has the opportunity to succeed in the classroom. Daddys at Work is a program committed to helping ease the stresses on families during these uncertain economical times.
The Lima City Schools will be celebrating the welcoming of students back into the classroom with their "Back to School Celebration" next Tuesday. Students from all across the region can pick up free school supplies and families can enjoy a picnic meal. School administrators say the celebration is much more than just going back to school.
The Salvation Army had a goal of $21,000 and that was met thanks to the generosity of the community. The Christmas in July Campaign is an important part of the Salvation Army's operating budget to meet the needs of individuals and families during the summer months.
Jeryl White with “Daddy’s at Work” and project coordinator is asking , “We’re asking the community to come out and help support Daddy’s That Work by donating book bags, school supplies, and what ever to help ease stress off the parents of Lima Ohio and surrounding areas.”
One local agency that serves young adults is asking for donations of backpacks and school supplies to help them for the coming school year. The SAFY Lima Behavioral Health Youth Drop-in Center will be collecting the school supplies at their facility on Market Street. There is also one other item they are requesting.
