Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino school drive nets 1,190 backpacks for Big Brothers, Big Sisters

“I am so proud of our generous and caring Tachi community and partners, exceeding our expectations on the number of backpacks donated,” said Interim Tribal Marketing Director Rojelio Morales. “It’s proof that together we can make a difference in the lives of so many.”

Monetary donations for supplies are being accepted on the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California’s Facebook page or the public is invited to drop off new supplies at their office located at 4047 N. Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93726.

“There’s nothing like the smile on our youths’ faces when they get a new backpack to start the school year,” said Diane Phakonekham, Executive Director of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central California. “Our goal now is to raise funds to fill those backpacks with school supplies.”

For more information contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California, (559) 268-2447 or Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino, (559) 924-7751.