MadPax Supporting Mary’s Meals Backpack Project

MadPax is pleased to announce we are supporting Mary’s Meals – Backpack Project!

Recycling never felt this good! The Backpack Project helps children receiving Mary’s Meals in Malawi get the most out of their learning – and it’s a great way to recycle your school bag and P.E. kits.

MadPax is asking it’s customers to send their old backpacks to: Mary’s Meals Mary’s Meals Warehouse, 25 Glentanar Rd, Glasgow , G22 7SF to help Children in Malawi get the most out of their education. You could also fill your old backpacks up with items as detailed below.

Mary’s Meals is a registered Charity providing daily meals in school for hungry children in some of the world’s poorest communities. To find out how you can help, visit: www.marysmeals.org.uk

Items to fill your old backpack with: Notepads, pencils, crayons, eraser, sharpener, ruler, pencil case, towel, shorts or skirt, t-shirt or dress, flip-flops or sandals, small ball (e.g. tennis ball), soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, spoon.

Handy Hints: Don’t buy new, recycle where you can!
We encourage you to send schoolbags and backpacks in good condition. Please don’t send drawstring gym bags.  Clothing for children between four and 12 years is suitable.
Please label filled bags for boy/girl and age e.g. girl, 8.
Don’t be tempted to put in toys or sweets. This can cause problems during delivery.