ADRIAN — Students experiencing homelessness in Lenawee County schools received needed supplies thanks to a Gleaner Life Insurance Society service group. Legacy Arbor donated six boxes of items and gift cards to mark the start of the 2024-25 school year.

Gleaner Life employees donated several boxes of hygiene items including carrying cases, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorant, soap and personal care items, plus pencils, binders and other school supplies. In addition, the service group purchased 60 hooded sweatshirts to go along with 60 $10 McDonald’s gift cards. The total value was just over $2,000. 

“We are grateful for Gleaner’s generous donation to our students,” Angela Pooley, coordinator for the Families in Transition program, stated. “These essential items help break down barriers that often stand in the way of their education, providing comfort and security. With their basic needs met, students can focus more on their studies and less on the challenges of their circumstances.”

Supplies were delivered to the Families in Transition office located at Adrian High School.

“Legacy Arbor is always excited to find ways to support the local community,” Legacy Arbor President Julie Tison said, “and we were thrilled to be able to help some of our local youths feel better prepared for school.”

Founded 130 years ago, Gleaner Life Insurance Society is a nationally recognized not-for-profit fraternal benefit society. As a fraternal organization, Gleaner supports outreach programs and volunteer opportunities that make a difference in the lives of its members and the communities where they live, work and serve.