Provides school uniforms, backpacks, winter coats, study rooms, books for leisurely reading, assistance to high school seniors who can't afford a yearbook or prom tickets and attire or class trip. Also provides a mentoring program for students ages 5-12.

Provides assistance with Pencils, Backpacks, Paper, Notebooks.

Collects and distributes school supplies to families in-needs in their community.

Free “Back to School Haircuts” event for individuals age 21 and under who will be attending school in the fall.

The Church of Christ Uniting & Community Ministry Team is partnering with the West Side Food Pantry to provide school supplies to children served by the Food Pantry. Currently, about 200 school children are being served by the food pantry. Another 60 children from Grief Camp at Hillside Farms will also be included. During the month of August, school supplies can be dropped of at church in a box in the Narthex or a box in Fellowship Hall.

Provides back to school supplies to children in families meeting specified income requirements.

Choice Food Pantry by appointment only. Please call the office 717-244-6934 Curbside pickup.

• Information and Referral: Direct clients to available agencies and resources for assistance according to the need, plus other Community REACH, Inc. programming.
• Warm Program: Distribution of donated blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, sweaters; as donations allow; each fall/winter.
• Programs for Children: Provide donated school supplies and backpacks in August for students' Back-to-School needs. Summer Kids Food Bag Program provides bag lunches during the summer months. Please call to sign up.
• Life Skills Training: Educational Classes will presume after COVID-19 crisis.
• Emergency assistance: Homeless, elderly, abused, or disaster-related situations are handled on a priority-need basis.

Provides school supplies.

Charitable religious ministry that provides community support through outreach, meals, clothes and small household needs. Offers a full course lunch every Tuesday.

A non-profit OUTREACH OF First Presbyterian Church of York that assists the community with basic needs. Offering:

Food to individuals or families in need on a monthly basis.

• Process applications for the Columbia Gas CAP program & Dollar Energy Fund
  
• Bus Passes for individuals starting new employment.
  
• Prescription assistance ($50 every 6 months on select medications)
  
• Employment searches and resume writing
  
• General referral to other local services
  
• Back to School Supplies
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• Christmas Hospitality Program (food and gifts)
  

As of 04/13/2020: Due to COVID-19, currently taking phone calls and having “porch meetings”, but not meeting with anyone inside. Housing issues should be referred to Center for Community Action (Anyone with questions can either email information at info@ccaofpa.org or call 800-323-9997) School supplies

The Annual School Clothes Drive is always held on the Saturday in August directly before the new school year begins, for all school-aged students. New and gently used clothes and school supplies for free and extremely reduced prices. Free hair cuts are provided as well. Children's clothes donations will be collected all year long.

Provides assistance with school supplies to families that qualify.

School supplies including: backpacks, folders, binders, etc. will be distributed at St John Windish Evangelical Lutheran, 617 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA

Provides school supplies to children of Indiana County's low income families. Family activities, refreshments, clothing and haircuts are also provided.

The Back to School Bash is an event where low income families can receive back to school supplies, clothing, and haircuts.

Host a back to school shoe program in conjunction with the Wyoming County United Way. Eligble school aged children will receive a new pair of sneakers for the start of the school year. Please contact the office to review eligibilty and for the a current year sign-up and distribution schedule. 2020 - Back to School Shoe Sign Ups- call the office starting July 20th. All sign ups will be over the phone, please have all information on hand.

- "Where to turn" referrals - Limited direct financial assistance - Financial planning - Emergency heat response - Automobile repair - Furniture/household items/appliances/clothing/toiletries, etc - Back to school and holiday assistance - Guidance / Direct one-on-one mentoring - Links to faith based counseling and Connect to community and church affiliation - Life skill support - Coordinate Medical transportation - Volunteer opportunities

Provides a backpack with school supplies for children in grades K to 6th grade only. Must have a Keystone Mission ID card. If you do not hold a Keystone Mission ID card, you may come to either the Scranton or Wilkes-Barre location each Wednesday or the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month to register. Registration times will be between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at either Scranton or Wilkes-Barre. Photo ID or Proof of Residency is required to register. Masks are also required. Any question call (570) 871-4795.

Provides a backpack with school supplies to children grades K to 6th. Must have a Keystone Mission ID cards. If you do not hold a Keystone Mission ID card, you may come to either the Scranton or Wilkes-Barre location each Wednesday or the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month to register. Registration times will be between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at either Scranton or Wilkes-Barre. Photo ID or Proof of Residency is required to register. Masks are also required. Any questions, call (570) 871-4795.

An annual backpack drive; backpacks are filled with school supplies and distributed to students in need prior to the start of the school year.

Each August, we distribute donated school supplies to registered families with school-age children. We provide new backpacks and school supplies. We welcome donations of school supplies in July.

School supply warehouse where teachers and families can "shop" free of charge for items that their low-income students are lacking. The store carries a wide variety of school supplies and can purchase items that are not stocked.

School supplies

• Clothing store gift cards
• Shoe store gift cards

Food assistance

• Energy assistance
• Referrals
• Counseling
• Programs for children/WIC
• Educational
• Holiday adoptions
• Ready2learn
• Summer Day Camp

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze – One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze – One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze – One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze - One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze – One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze - One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Gift Cards to local thrift store or local discount store. Limited availability (once per year). Gift card/voucher may be used for: -Adult Clothing -Workforce Clothing -Baby Clothing -Children's Clothing

• Back to School Daze Craze - One day each year where our guests can obtain items for back to school

Provides food and financial assistance to families in crisis situations; employment services; legal consultation; disaster relief; Education Assistance for adults (post-secondary scholarships); volunteer caregivers for the elderly; free tax prep in season. Operates Millvale food pantry at Christ Lutheran Church. Offers seasonal help such as school supplies and holiday food.

Provides food and financial assistance to families in crisis situations; employment services; legal consultation; self-help support groups; disaster relief; free tax prep in season; transportation assistance; education assistance (post-secondary school scholarships) for nontraditional adults; volunteer caregivers for the elderly and for those with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Offers seasonal help such as school supplies, coats and Thanksgiving food.

Provides backpacks and school supplies at back-to-school time, Thanksgiving food, turkey certificates, winter coats, Spring Dinners, toys at Christmas, and utility grants to pre-registered, income-eligible families in NHCO's service area. For Volunteers: will sort food, sort toys, box items.

Food pantry. Also offers seasonal assistance including school supplies. Member of Northern Area Food Pantry Committee.

Parents in need of items for their children can sign up with PAC to receive goods from Cradles to Crayons. Items that are given include diapers, clothes, games, etc. PAC does the intake and ordering then picks up and distributes the orders to the clients.

Free backpacks, school supplies and sneakers for kids in the Carlisle in need - event date for 2019: 07/28/2019.

Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

School supplies for needy children going back to school.

Emergency services, emergency food bag, clothing, applications for utility assistance, after school, children's school supplies, food bag

Annual Stuff The Bus school supply collection for the Honesdale Salvation Army Service Center in August. If you or someone you know are in need of school supplies, please contact the office at 570-352-3435.

Back to School Shopping Event for Wayne County children in need of school clothing. Must complete an application by August 3rd., 2020 For information or to make an appointment - call 570-352-3435

Stuff the Bus is an annual program accepting donations of school supplies to provide free school supplies for Back to School students K-12. Stuff the Bus events held in July - supplies given out in August. Donations, sponsors welcomed. Program assists residents of Bloomsburg, Lightstreet, Mifflinville, Catawissa, Millville, New Media, Benton, Stillwater, Orangeville, Aristes, Centralia, Wilburton and Danville. Zip Codes 17815, 17839, 18631, 17820, 17846, 17858, 17814, 17878, 17859, 17920, 17927, 17888, 17821. Montour County: 17821,17822 & 17884 Berwick zip code 18603 must go to the Salvation Army in Berwick.

Parents or guardians may register for school supplies on August 11, 2020 or August 12, 2020 from 10:00am to 12:00pm or 1:00pm to 2:30pm pm. Registration by phone only at 717-273-2655. The following documents are required: -Original birth certificate -Proof of guardianship -ID with a Lebanon county address School supplies will be distributed at Monday's Market at the YMCA Train Depot August 17, 2020 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

2020 Bookbag Distribution -(As of 7/29 - still accepting applications over the phone). Call in (570) 748-2951 Sign ups week of July 13th - 17th to sign up your children for a bookbag if you are in need. You must sign up! Bookbag give-away for school-age children in grades K through 12. Backpack also included in school supplies. Applications Dates: Monday, July 13th from 1pm - 3 pm Tuesday, July 14th from 1 pm - 3pm Wednesday, July 15th from 9 am - 11am Thursday, July 16th from 1 pm - 3 pm Friday, July 17th from 1 pm - 3 pm Applications will be done over the phone during the dates listed above. DISTRIBUTION DATE: August date to be announced. Required pre-registration.

The Lock Haven Area Shoe Bank gives a free pair of new shoes and socks to children ages 0 - 17 who have a CHIP card, a similar insurance card, or a Medical Access card. Kids and teens may also be referred by an agency or organization. Free books are also given to the children as well. FREE NEW SHOES are available at the Lock Haven Shoe Bank, Saturday, Sept. 19, by appointment only. Hours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Eligible families can get a free new pair of shoes for each kid and teen, ages 0 to 17. For an appointment time, or to find out if you are eligible, call or text Diahann at 814-571-5324 Monday-Friday 7-9 p.m.

Takes place in August. All of the children of pre-qualified families receive new backpacks, new clothing and new school supplies.

School supplies and backpacks are collected for the month of July. Backpacks are then filled with those supplies and distributed to each of our 15 partner agencies and local school districts to children in need throughout Schuylkill County. List of supplies needed are notebooks, pens, pencils, erasers, crayons, lined paper, rulers, scissors, folders and other miscellaneous items. Supplies can be dropped off at various locations in the county. Call the office at 570-622-6421 for drop off sites as it changes from year to year.

Provides brand new school supplies for low-income children across Bucks County.

National backpack giveaway through TCC which is the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. *This is a one day only: July 22nd 2018 1pm-4pm*.

Chester City community block party.

Community Outreach featuring Evangelism, Health Screening, Book Bags and School Supplies Giveaways, and free refreshments. This event will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2019 time not finalized yet

Partnering with local vendors providing free school supplies, haircuts and hairstyles as well as refreshments

National backpack giveaway through TCC which is the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer. Backpack will be distributed and filled with various school supplies including pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders and glue. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. *This is a one day only: July 30th 2016 12pm-3pm*.

They are giving away backpacks and school supplies Saturday August 17th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm 2019 in Weller Hall.

Join Hope on the Hill CDC for our Annual Back to School Block Party. You don't want to miss this! We have a moon bounce, balloon twister, face painting, fire truck and arts and crafts tent for the children. We also have resource vendors such as the School District of Philadelphia, Philadelphia More Beautiful, PECO, Philadelphia Water Department, Career Link, Planned Parenthood, Cease Fire PA and much more. Your family will be also be to get health screenings and free vegetable vouchers from our other partnering providers.

National backpack giveaway through TCC which is the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. *This is a one day only: July 21st 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Back to school event which will include a backpack giveaway, school registration, supportive services, informational sessions, student entertainment stage, and much more. *This is one day only: Thursday August 22nd 8am-3pm*.

A free backpack and school supplies giveaway for the kids, free food, face painting and other activities, vendors, consumer information for families, a surprise guest and more. Share this information with family, friends and neighbors who have children heading back to school in September.

Family fun event with school supplies distributed during the event.

National backpack giveaway through TCC which is the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. *This is a one day only: July 22nd 1pm-4pm .

Backpack giveaways while supplies last and free physicals. Hosted by Family Over Everything Foundation.

2019 Backpack and School Supply Give Away. Saturday, August 3rd from 11:00am to 3:00pm Farquhar Park, Main Pavillion

Provides help to single parents to assist them to develop life skills. Provides seminars & workshops and assists single parents to connect with resources as they navigate crisis situations. Provides toys at holidays and school supplies for back to school.

**NOTES** Currently open and running. Call to verify operating status as everything is changing daily and at a rapid pace. Providing information and referral, and programming. Services include: - Resources for food - Emergency food pantry (services Pan Argyl & Bangor SD) - On site Clothes Closet - Assistance with housing - Assistance with employment - Assistance with health insurance - Free dental care for adults and children - Free Mental Health Counseling for adults and children - Free vision care for students - School Supplies - Holiday Meals and Gifts

Provides free back to school supplies to families in need.

Emmanuel's Closet is a clothing and food pantry sponsored by several local churches. They provide service for people who live in the Dallastown/Red Lion School districts. The closet is located in the basement of St. Paul's U.C.C., 205 W. Main St., Dallastown. They are open every Saturday from 9:00 am – Noon. St John's Blymire's is always looking for volunteers to help the 3rd Saturday of every month from 8:30 am – 12:15 pm. The contact phone number is 717-244-0655. The closet has other volunteer opportunities throughout the year for special projects and transitioning clothes between seasons. If you are interested in becoming a client or a volunteer, please contact the church office 717-244-0655.

Food pantry. Christmas gifts for client's children ages 12 and under. School supplies are available for client's children.

Provides assistance for families by providing a new pair of shoes and a backpack with supplies for each child in the family during the months leading up to the start of school.

**COVID-19 UPDATES** - Revised Hours - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am - 1 pm. Masks and ID required. For any info, call 570-275-2500. _______ The Good Samaritan Mission is located on Ferry Street across from Cole’s Hardware in downtown Danville. For many years, the store has been a place of found treasure for thousands of visitors from our area in need of any one of the following items: Clothing (all types, boys and girls, babies, adult men and women, socks and underwear) Shoes Towels and washcloths Bed linens Hygiene Products (Giveaway the second Tuesday of every month) Visitors are greeted by our volunteers with a warm smile and a lending hand to make sure certain needs are met. All items are donated by our community members and are provided to qualified candidates free of charge. Give Aways and Drives The Good Samaritan Mission holds several giveaways throughout the year. Giveaways include items such as uniforms, winter coats, children’s backpacks, children’s socks and underwear, children’s winter boots and adult hygiene items. Call our store at 570-275-2500.

Provides backpacks and school supplies to children in need.

An event that provides roughly 3,300 kids in need with school supply filled backpacks.

Provides a variety of services to assist adults and families with daily stressors like childcare, nutrition and clothing, health needs, utility, transportation, support groups, Life Coach for transition-aged youth, scholarship programs for summer camp and field trips, literacy programs, and employment services.

Free backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away on a first come, first service basis at participating local Wireless Zone stores on Sunday, July 26, 2020 1:00pm to 4:00pm. A child must be present to claim their free backpack. No purchases necessary. Click here for participating locations

New backpacks and school supplies are provided to underserved children to give them a jump start for a successful school year.

After school activities, including a computer center, homework help, Step-It-Up reading program, community service projects, bully prevention meetings, PNC financial literacy sessions, youth council and gym recreation. Other services include a summer program, computer and internet access for low-income families, high school Action Team club, and Operation Backpack to provide students with school supplies and books.

New backpacks and school supplies are provided to underserved children to give them a jump start for a successful school year.

Thanks to donations from the community our clothing bank is well stocked with clothing, shoes and coats for men, women, and children. We also have household items such as dishes, pots and pans, small appliances, bedding, towels and miscellaneous items for our clients to select as needed. Visits are limited to once a week. There is no charge for any item in our clothing bank.

Children residing in the Waynesboro and Greencastle-Antrim School District are eligible for supplies that can be used for school. Supplies will be available for pick-up during the week of August 13-17, 2018. Individuals must call before then to receive services.

NOTE: as of June 18, 2020 The FOOD PANTRY service is currently OPEN WITH MODIFIED SERVICES. Curbside pick-up distribution on Wednesdays at 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Residents must call in advance to pre-register! NOTE: Delivery service may be available for anyone unable to get to the service site. Please, let SCS staff know. Normal operations will resume when directed to do so. Updated information will be posted to the PA2-1-1 website and social media platforms. Thank you for your patience and understanding. --- CURRENTLY, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE With: (Note: Conducted by phone)

Applications For LIHEAP, Utility Programs, York County Assistance Office, Dollar Energy

• Baby Closet
• Case Management

The School District of the City of York holds many events throughout the year to bring together students, families, staff and the community. The following is scheduled: BACK TO SCHOOL RESOURCE FAIR Saturday, August 17 from noon to 4 p.m. at Penn Park

Along with a backpack giveaway, a variety of activities and entertainment will be provided for the children.

• Activities include face paintings, a bounce house, basketball drills and a splash pad. The YWCA York's Temple Guard will perform.
• Donations of backpacks and school supplies will be accepted until Saturday, July 27, at the following locations: York City Hall, l01 South George St. State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans' office, 50 E. North Street The Underground, 683 E. Market St.
• Sunday, Aug. 18, participating barbershops and salons in York City will provide children with free haircuts at their locations. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS: August 20th for grades 1st through 12th and August 21st for Kindergarten

School Supply Giveaway usually held on a Saturday in August. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.