GEORGETOWN, Texas — The Georgetown Police Department is serving as a collection site for a statewide initiative that provides handbags and backpacks to domestic violence survivors and their children.
The department is partnering with The Texas Advocacy Project’s “Handbags for Hope” campaign through July 28, collecting new and gently used purses, totes, diaper bags and backpacks at the police lobby at 3500 D B Wood Road.
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Each collected bag will include a discreet tag featuring the Texas Advocacy Project’s Legal Line number, 1-800-37-HOPE, which connects recipients to free legal and social services. Backpacks will be filled with new school supplies for children.
The bags will be distributed to domestic violence shelters, clinics and crisis centers throughout Texas.
The Texas Advocacy Project provides legal services and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other forms of abuse. The organization’s hotline offers confidential support and resources to callers across the state.
Community members can drop off donations at the Georgetown Police Department lobby during regular business hours. More information about the program is available at texasadvocacyproject.org/handbags-backpacks-hope.
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