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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Place of Hope in West Palm Beach has launched a relief drive for the people of the Caribbean. They are collecting essential supplies for those impacted by Hurricane Melissa.

Items needed:

Non-perishable food items and can openers

Charcoal

First-aid kits

Toilet paper, soap, hand sanitizer, feminine hygiene products, and garbage bags

Tarps

Portable cell phone chargers

Donations can be dropped off at the Sam & Connie Frankino KidSanctuary Campus Compassion Center, located at 432 Safe Haven Drive, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This relief drive is part of Place of Hope's Shade Tre

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