WHAT: Beloved Philadelphia police officer, “Officer Joe” Ellerby teams up with his wife, Rashida Ellerby to host a fun-filled backpack giveaway and health resources fair in West Philadelphia at Alain Locke School. Sponsored by PAL, The School District of Philadelphia Community Schools, ACE, Community Council, and Office of Children and Families, the event will offer child and family therapy resources, various health screenings, 18-foot water slides, rock climbing, basketball stations, game trucks, food and more. For the past several years, Officer Ellerby successfully hosted the event in South Philadelphia at the PAL location and decided to host it this year at his former middle school in West Philadelphia. Officer Ellerby has received local recognition for his consistent efforts to support Philadelphia youth and fight against gun violence.
WHEN:
Saturday, August 27, 2022
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Alain Locke School
4550 Haverford Avenue
Philadelphia, Pa 19104
CONTACT:
Rashida Ellerby 818-518-7113
