Peterborough residents can “gear up for good” by taking part in an initiative aimed at getting local kids ready for a new school year.
Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory of Peterborough is kicking off its third annual “Gear Up for Good” campaign, an initiative that provides under-served children in Peterborough with back-to-class essentials. This year, Gauvreau is striving to double its impact by increasing its target from 101 to 200 backpacks filled with school supplies.
The “best thing would be that every single participant in the (Kawartha Haliburton) Children’s Aid Society and Big Brothers and Sisters (of Peterborough) would be equipped to start the school year with success and a quick win — a haircut, a pizza dinner, and a fully stocked backpack,” Robert Gauvreau told kawarthaNOW.
“Many of these kids, as we know, are coming from unfortunate situations and don’t necessarily have the means to get fit and ready for the school season, so to do that for them would be a huge win,” Gauvreau added.
He said the Peterborough community’s spirit of giving has driven the success of this initiative in past years.
“We are calling on everyone to come together once again to ensure these children have the tools they need to succeed,” a media release noted. “In addition to backpacks and supplies, we are also providing complimentary haircuts to boost students’ confidence as they start the school year.”
This year, the donations will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Aid Society, which are both organizations aimed at supporting and empowering local youth.
Ricart Branded Apparel and Promo donated water bottles for the kids, and Domino’s Pizza is offering a free pizza to each participating family.
“Their contributions exemplify the collective effort needed to empower our next generation,” the release noted.
“Every child deserves the chance to excel in their education,” Gauvreau said.
“We are grateful for the incredible support from our community and partners, and we are determined to make this year’s Gear Up for Good campaign the most impactful yet.”
Residents and businesses can support the initiative by providing backpacks, supplies, and haircuts. Those who are interested in taking part can check out the Amazon “wishlist” at bit.ly/GearUpForGood2024 and drop off donations at 150 King St. W., Suite 100, by August 16.
Backpacks will be distributed on August 23.
When asked why this initiative so important, Gauvreau said, “these kids have a clean canvas and an opportunity to have a very successful life and all we are trying to do is give them the tools they need to start the school year, in the right way.”
Robert Gauvreau is the founder and CEO of Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, author of The Wealthy Entrepreneur, speaker, and business coach. The firm was established in 2008.
