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W.O.R.D, Inc. is organizing its first Back 2 School Supply Drive in Savannah on July 26th, providing essential supplies to K-12 students. Community members can donate supplies until July 24th or contribute financially to meet a fundraising goal of $1,000. This initiative collaborates with local organizations to support families as the school year approaches, coinciding with several other community events aimed at easing back-to-school expenses.
Savannah, GA – W.O.R.D, Inc. is set to launch its inaugural Back 2 School Supply Drive on Saturday, July 26th, from 12 PM to 4 PM, at the parking lot of Simple Soul of Savannah. The event is open to students in grades K-12 and aims to provide essential school supplies to local families in need.
Community members can participate by dropping off school supplies at donation bins located at several partnered businesses until July 24th, the final day for supply donations. Additionally, financial contributions can be made through W.O.R.D’s website, with a fundraising goal of $1,000 to support the initiative. Online donations will be accepted until July 18th.
This supply drive is a collaborative effort involving W.O.R.D’s alumni and local organizations such as The Children Soar and Elevating Young Kings. The organization aims to ensure every child has the tools necessary to succeed academically as they return to school in the fall.
The Back 2 School Supply Drive is just one of many community events focusing on assisting families prepare for the upcoming school year. On the same day as the supply drive, Flau’jae Johnson’s Giveback Festival will occur at Enmarket Arena from 4 PM to 8 PM, providing attendees with free book bags, uniforms, shoes, and headphones. Both events highlight a concerted effort within Savannah to ease the financial burden on families as children prepare for the new school year.
Additional community events scheduled for the following days include:
- Annual Back to School Expo: This event serves Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools students and families.
- Back to School Bash: Taking place at Woodlawn Baptist Church on July 27, from 10 AM to 12 PM, this event will feature snacks, games, and school supplies.
- Savannah Police Department Distribution: Free backpacks and supplies will be available on July 27 at Daffin Park from 11 AM to 2 PM.
- Chatham Subaru’s Back to School Drive Family Fun Day: On July 27 at Enmarket Arena, offering 1,000 stuffed book bags from noon to 4 PM.
- 4th Annual Back 2 School Fest: Scheduled for July 27 from 1 PM to 4 PM at Bull Street Baptist Church, providing book bags and gas cards.
- Feed the Hungry’s Back 2 School Giveaway: This will run on July 27 from 3 PM to 5 PM at its Empowerment Center.
- Back to School Block Rock: Conducted by Front Porch youth organization on July 27 at Savannah Civic Center from 4 PM to 6 PM.
- Gospel on the Greens Back to School Block Party: Scheduled for July 28 at 6 PM at First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, featuring a concert and family activities.
Parents who wish to share information about additional community events can submit their details for inclusion. The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) has also introduced a Back to School Hub, providing valuable resources for families as they gear up for the school year.
For families looking to save on school-related expenses, South Carolina’s annual tax-free weekend for school supplies and clothes is set for August 2. As the school year approaches and buses resume their routes, residents should prepare for potential traffic delays in the area.
The Back 2 School Supply Drive and the various community events reflect the commitment of Savannah’s organizations and residents to support students in their educational journeys. Engaging the community in such initiatives ensures that children can start the school year prepared and with confidence.
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Additional Resources
- WSAV: Way of Real Discovery to Hold K-12 Back to School Supply Drive
- Google Search: Back to School Supply Drive Savannah
- WTOC: Savannah High Student Hit by Car
- Wikipedia: Savannah, Georgia
- Savannah Now: Community Groups Offer Free School Supply Events
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Supplies
- WJCL: Schools Back in Georgia and South Carolina
- Google News: Savannah Back to School Guide
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