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Annual Back to School Giveaway by the “Twin Angels” benefits hundreds of families
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Sheila Hill helps direct families to wait in line for their turn to shop during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
More than a thousand people showed up for the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.”
Diane Thomas of Upscale Cuts combs the hair of Lagavin Gresham, 8, during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Volunteers give directions to children picking out their shoes during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents wait in line with bags of supplies during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.”. KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Piles of clothing were donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California, for the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents wait for their turn to shop during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents pick out their clothing during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
A volunteer organizes shoes during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. Nike, Vans and Jordan shoes were donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children pick out their shoes during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. Nike, Vans and Jordan shoes were donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Piles of school supplies were donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California, for the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents pick out their clothing during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents pick out their clothing during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children pick out their clothes during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents pick out their clothing during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Children and parents wait in line with bags of candy during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels” by the Athens community, and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK
Sheila Hill and Sharon Barnet, affectionately called the “Twin Angels,” stand for a photo during the 8th annual Back to School Giveaway event hosted by themselves and Leta Davis on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in Athens. The giveaway included free school supplies, uniforms, shoes and hygiene products, all donated from nearby counties and states, and as far as California. This year’s event was the largest yet. “It’s overwhelming,” Sheila Hill said. “The kids are so happy, smiling at having good shoes,” continued her twin sister Sharon Barnet, “It feels good.” KAYLA RENIE, ATHENS BANNER-HERALD USA TODAY NETWORK