For many, “Back to School” means new haircuts, new uniforms, and the joy of brand-new school supplies. We want children in FSC’s shelters and counseling programs to feel the same joy and have the tools and supplies needed for academic success.
At retail prices, a backpack filled with supplies can range from $65 (Elementary) to $100 (High School). A basic uniform can cost between $25 – $75 per outfit, not including shoes. For many of our clients, there often are no funds left over for uniforms, books, or school supplies – even the basics of pencils and paper. When these supplies are not available in the home, homework often goes undone.
To address this need, in mid-July we will host our two Back to School drives, one for uniforms and one for supplies.
The “Adopt-a-Student” Uniform drive pairs donors with students giving the donors a student’s sizes and school colors. Donors can then purchase the uniform themselves OR make a monetary donation and FSC will do the shopping.
With our “Back-to-School” Supply Drive, we fill backpacks with donated, essential, grade appropriate school supplies. To find the list of supplies needed, click here.
For more information on these drives, contact us at 334-206-2131. And thank you for all that you do for our clients and their families.
