He asked each Hall County "team member" and Hall County student to donate one dollar with the goal of raising $10,000 to feed hungry families in the area.
"Remember, it is not about the amount, but the heart, and I know from personal experience, that the HallCo Family has big, gargantuan, colossal hearts," Brown said.
Just two days after the email was distributed, the district had surpassed the goal. Additionally, an anonymous donor pledged to match the $10,000 amount.
Stan Lewis, Director of Communications and Athletics for the Hall County, said donations have been as little as $5 to as much as the large matching gift.
"It's not how much, it's just the fact that you give, that you participate," Lewis said. "Even if you're only giving a dollar, you're making a difference and if we all pull together and make a contribution, great things can happen."
While the goal has been surpassed, the fundraising campaign will remain open through the end of the month, according to Lewis.
To donate to the "Beyond the Books" campaign, follow this link.
http://accesswdun.com/article/2020/4/897969/beyond-the-books-hall-county-educators-students-raise-money-for-hungry-families