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Join Drake Athletics In Annual #515Day

Drake athletics coaches and staff members to participate in a day of service to Des Moines

For the third consecutive year, Des Moines' Hometown Team is participating in its annual #515Day as the Drake University athletics department engages in a day of service to Des Moines and Central Iowa, Friday, May 15.

Traditionally on May 15, a date that matches the Des Moines area code of 515, the Bulldogs have sought to give back in any way possible with large scale volunteer efforts throughout Des Moines.

However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines, Drake coaches and staff members are volunteering through different individual and smaller efforts to serve their hometown during a time of great need. Drake Athletics is also encouraging Drake fans and all members of the Des Moines community to join them in a day of service through various volunteer opportunities with local organizations and charities or the Drake Athletics' food and supplies drive.

Drake athletics staff members are scheduled to serve in small groups or remotely in efforts to aid food distribution, make masks and tote bags, pick up litter, virtually visit with seniors and numerous other avenues to serve the Des Moines community.

Those wishing to join Drake Athletics in #515Day can find volunteer opportunities below.
COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities
Food Distribution Needs
Virtual Volunteer Opportunities

Supporters can also do their part to support the Des Moines community by donating items to the Food Bank of Iowa in front of the Knapp Center from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday and to the Gregory & Suzie Glazer Burt Boys & Girls Club. 

The Food Bank of Iowa has identified the following as items of significant need
  • Protein (peanut butter, canned meats, canned fish)
  • Canned fruits
  • Canned vegetables
  • Canned soup
  • Pasta sauce
  • Breakfast items (including cereal)
  • 100 percent fruit juice
  • Personal care and paper items (soap, deodorant, toothpaste, etc.)
  • New or gently used washed t-shirts

The Gregory & Suzie Glazer Burt Boys & Girls Club is requesting donations of 
  • Bubbles
  • Chalk
  • Markers
  • Crayons
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