All You Can Inc. has successfully delivered hundreds of books to students in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in collaboration with the U.S. Marines. This initiative, aimed at providing educational resources to families in need, involved a team of three students from Steelton-Highspire who distributed boxes of books to various schools across Dauphin County.
The partnership highlights the commitment of both organizations to support local education. According to Shaun Bhabby, a sergeant with the Marine Corps, the students displayed enthusiasm and dedication during the delivery process. “They had smiley faces and were more than generous with their time and effort put forward,” Bhabby stated.
Inspiring Young Minds Through Literature
The initiative, powered by All You Can Inc., aims to inspire and motivate students. Tymeir Harris-Stubbs, an eighth grader involved in the program, expressed his excitement about the impact of receiving books, stating, “It makes me feel that in the long run, I will have a better education and a better life.” Similarly, ninth grader Giovanni Wannur shared his joy in participating, saying, “It brings a smile to my face that I can help other kids.”
Founded by city councilman Ralph Rodriguez 13 years ago, All You Can Inc. began its journey with modest beginnings, distributing resources from the trunk of his car. Rodriguez highlighted the significance of this outreach, noting that the organization now mobilizes students to distribute thousands of new books to those in need. “Kids in the inner city don’t always want a football or a basketball; many of them want to read and write to become the next thinkers of our generation,” he commented.
Continuing the Mission with Upcoming Events
This year, approximately 1,500 students are registered to participate in the program, which continues to thrive. The efforts of All You Can Inc. will be showcased again on December 20, 2023, during their annual holiday drive at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex. This event will further promote literacy and provide opportunities for students to engage with educational materials.
For more information about All You Can Inc. and its initiatives, interested individuals can visit their website. The organization remains dedicated to fostering a love for reading and learning among children in the Harrisburg area.
