(Story and photo courtesy Aiken Technical College)
GRANITEVILLE – Aiken Technical College’s Student Medical Assisting Association collected and donated baby-related items to local nonprofit, Prepare for Babies.
The student organization held a campus-wide collection drive to donate more than 1,000 diapers, 3,400 wipes, 120 containers of baby food as well as baby clothing, bouncers, walkers and pack ‘n plays, said Crystal Driesen, the association’s adviser.
“The ATC community far exceeded the requests and the expectation,” said Driesen.
Prepare for Babies is a faith-based, nonprofit organization that assists women in the Central Savannah River Area facing crisis pregnancy situations, said Addisyn Clements, its marketing assistant.
“Donations like this are incredibly important to the organization because they directly support women in sustaining their pregnancy and child, and aid them in building a strong foundation for their family. They provide moms with reassurance and tangible support, empowering them to be the mothers that God has called them to be,” said Clements.
SMAA members regularly participate in various community service projects, which allow students to meet community needs while building skillsets that they can place on their resume.
“Community service allows students to step outside their comfort zones and engage with different communities they may otherwise not cross paths with. This exposure helps them develop empathy, compassion, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Many employers value community service as it reflects a candidate’s commitment, work ethic, and desire to contribute to the community, which are essential traits in healthcare,” said Driesen.
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