The Shop With a Cop of Silicon Valley Foundation is in desperate need of backpacks and school supplies to keep its commitment to local schools and students.
Cortez, who is also a retired San Jose police officer, acknowledges the economy has played a role, but fears another issue may be the name of the nonprofit and the fact it involves police.
"It's sad to see because what we're trying to do is a positive thing," Cortez said."We're trying to change the narrative so children and families can see us through a positive lens." The Valle family in San Jose's Gardner community said it relies on backpack donations to prepare for the beginning of school. The need is greater this year because everything is so expensive, Maria Valle said.
Cortez said they hope to continue to make that difference through the Shop With a Cop foundation one child at a time. "We're not going to go anywhere," he said."We're up to the challenge. We know we're making a difference for the community."
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