Secondary school teacher Encanto was shocked that the thief stole the commitments it has rent a car filled with donations gathered her students for victims of hurricane Harvey.
«When I went outside, everything was gone. The machine was not», — said S. Harris NBC 7 San Diego.
Donations to Epiphany Prep students was part of the task that Harris had given them. The teacher said that the children really were excited about the initiative.
The bags contained shoes, clothes and household supplies Essentials. In addition, the students collected nearly $ 500.
«We spend donations what we have: time, food, clothing, household items. And it’s very important,» said Harris. «Because the local family is poor, they have nothing in excess, but they want to help.»
Harris said she has not yet informed the students about the theft, but hopes that this incident will not cause them to give up and refuse to help the needy.
«I’m going to tell them about all of Tuesday. After all, no matter what crimes happen around us, our own actions are more important. These children are active and caring citizens, I think they will continue to care for others,» said Harris.
One of the friends Harris opened the page GoFundmeto help her to fill in the financial part of the donations stolen along with the car. The teacher herself said that the rental company and car company Alfa Romeo from San Diego has already donated over 1 million dollars on this case.
