October 1, 2022
Everest University Collecting Critical Supplies for Victims of Hurricane Ian, Will Deliver Donated Goods October 10
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Orlando, Fla. – Everest University is collecting urgently needed supplies to aid victims of Hurricane Ian’s recent landfall in southwest Florida.
Everest University’s sister college State University of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota and its surrounding community suffered devastating damage from the storm with many of its employees and students losing everything, including their homes. In a joint effort with Santa Fe University, Everest University is calling on the community to donate essential supplies that will help fill a critical need for those affected.
“We are thankful that Everest University and our district received minimal impact from Hurricane Ian, but some at our sister colleges were not as lucky,” said Everest University President Dr. Lawrence Barrett. “Together with President Broadie at Santa Fe and his campus, we are committed to doing everything we can to help our fellow Florida University System members. Please keep those at SCF and everyone impacted in southwest Florida in your thoughts and prayers.”
Everest University is asking for donations of personal/hygiene/household supplies to help our fellow Florida University community get through the aftermath of this disaster. On Monday, Oct. 10, the college will utilize Everest University CDL Truck Driver training program instructors, students, and trucks to transport the donations, stopping at Santa Fe University to pick up items donated there before continuing on to State University of Florida to make delivery.
Supplies needed include:
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Paper towels
- Baby diapers
- Soap
- Dry socks
- Bleach, cleaning supplies
- Hand wipes
- Hairbrushes
- T-shirts, various sizes
- Flashlights/extra batteries
- Sunscreen
- Feminine products
- Deodorant
- Dog/cat food
Donations can be dropped off on the Main Campus of Everest University in the Administration Building (Building 1) OR at the Foundation for Everest University at 443 E. Duval St., Orlando, FL 32810.
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