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Back-to-School Supply & Clothing Drive

Help local students head back to school with confidence!
2026-08-01 09:00:00 2026-08-01 10:00:00 America/Chicago Back-to-School Supply & Clothing Drive We are collecting school supplies, clothing, and shoes to support students and families in our community. Your donation can help a child start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready. Hiawatha Public Library -

Saturday, August 01
9:00am - 10:00am

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We are collecting school supplies, clothing, and shoes to support students and families in our community. Your donation can help a child start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready.

Most Needed Items:

Pencils, pens & erasers
Notebooks, folders & binders
Crayons, colored pencils & markers
Glue sticks, scissors & rulers
Backpacks & lunch boxes
Clothing (all sizes welcome)
Shoes & socks
Light jackets & hoodies

Headphones, water bottles, pencil boxes, calculators, and other new school essentials

Donation Drop-Off
📅 August 1–15
Bring your donations to the library during regular business hours.

Family Pickup
📅 August 17–31

Every backpack, notebook, pair of shoes, and new outfit helps a student feel confident on the first day of school. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for local families and help every child start the school year ready to learn.

Thank you for helping our community shine, one student at a time! 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community |

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