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Happy May! With vaccinations and the steady decline in COVID-19 cases comes the gradual reopening of our regular volunteer programming. Although most of our volunteer sites remain closed, at this pace, we are hopeful that we will have a lot more opportunities for you all in the near future. This past month, several SWAT and Youth Board volunteers helped families solve clues and hand out goodie bags at our annual Egg-stravaganza Scavenger Hunt. The Spring Bunny even stopped by! Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make this event so much fun. Check out page 2 for some awesome pictures of the event! In other news, the Burbank library, one of our more popular volunteer sites, is slowly starting to expand their programming and volunteer needs. Keep an eye out for emails from BVP with more information on how you can help once they re-open! On May 29th, the BVP team will be working alongside the Michelson Found Animals Foundation to host a Pet Wellness Day. See page 4 for more information about the event and how you can volunteer! As always, thank you all for your continued volunteer efforts. Every event we host we are reminded just how wonderful you all are and how much of an impact you all continue to make on this community. We hope that the rest of your spring season is filled with plenty of happiness and sunshine! Best, The BVP Team Marcus & Lacey
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BTAC MAY UPDATES! How does someone sign up for services? Gather the following for your household: ID’s, proof of income (social security, unemployment, etc.) and a BWP or other bill that lets us know you live in Burbank. Take this information to BTAC on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. (we close at noon but need time to get everything into our system and your groceries gathered!) You’ll be signed up and on your way home with groceries before you know it! Homeless Services Mondays and Fridays are the days BTAC provides groceries and case management support for those who are homeless. These days are also when they can sign up for services. Homeless clients can opt to receive either a very hearty daily (M-F) sack lunch OR monthly groceries for those who have access to cooking facilities. BTAC Donation Policy During the Pandemic BTAC cannot accept any of the following items: Any used items: clothing, blankets, towels, etc. Previously used grocery bags or any other pre-used bags Home grown fruits and vegetables. Hours for donations have changed: Weekdays, Monday – Fridays: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Weekends: by appointment only Most Needed Items: When deciding what food items to donate, keep in mind the kind of things your family needs and enjoys. Also, our families especially appreciate full-size hygiene items, such as toothpaste, body wash, deodorant, etc. Monetary Donations are important, too: Many people aren’t aware that your monetary donations to BTAC help support BTAC’s Bill Assistance program. BTAC’s Annual Gala BTAC’s annual gala is being reworked and rescheduled. Stay tuned for more information. To be added to the invitation list, contact BTAC at 818-848-2822 ext. 110 or bhowell@theBTAC.org.