Backpacks stuffed with possibilities for Salem kids could happen again – with help
The Salem Art Association hopes to repeat its program for handing out backpacks filled with art supplies to low-income Salem children.
The organization is raising money now to continue this year the program as done last year and in 2021.
Matthew Boulay, executive director of the Salem Art Association, estimated that the organization spent close to $200,000 in 2022 to fill and distribute 3,000 backpacks.
Among items in the packs were art-related activities developed by…
