Cesar Chavez book drive for kids starts Monday
SACRAMENTO – The seventh annual Cesar E. Chavez Children’s Book Drive begins Monday and runs through May 5.
The drive is co-sponsored by the California Highway Patrol, Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Financial Institutions and the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency.
"Last year’s book drive was a huge success with more than 6,400 books collected and distributed throughout the state," CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow said.
New and gently used children’s books, in all languages, can be dropped off at the CHP’s headquarters, 2555 First Ave. Books will be distributed to schools, shelters and other charitable organizations.
"Education was a passion for Cesar Chavez, and we want to continue his message that learning to read is an important part of every child’s development," said Lynn L. Jacobs, director of the Department of Housing and Community Development.
– Bee Metro staff