Back-to-school season is in full swing! With the first day just around the corner, we’ve rounded up a list of school supply drives and events happening across Central Texas — perfect opportunities to get involved and support local students and families.
Travis County Sheriff's Office
July 14 - August 8
TCSO is hosting a back-to-school drive with donation drop-off locations at several of their facilities. A great way to support local students in need!
Foundation Communities
July 7 - August 1
Supporting students at 16 learning centers, Foundation Communities is collecting donations for backpacks, school supplies, and after-school programs to help kids thrive all year long.
Salvation Army Austin
Monday to Friday | 9 am - 4 pm
Support students by shopping their Amazon and Walmart wish lists, filled with specific school supply needs to help families gear up for the new school year.
Lake Travis United Methodist Church
Now - July 27
Join us for the 17th Annual UWF Back-to-School Shoe Drive! Help us give kids in need a fresh start this fall with a brand-new pair of shoes for the school year.
The SAFE Alliance
Now - August 31
The SAFE Alliance is collecting donations to help fill backpacks with essential supplies for children in need, ensuring a strong start to the school year..
Partnerships for Children
Now - July 31
They’re collecting donations for their Rainbow Rooms, which supply essential items to children and families in need.
United Way for Greater Austin
July 21 - August 11
Collecting monetary donations through the KVUE School Supply Fundraiser to help provide essential resources for local students.
Austin Blessings Co-op
East Austin - August 2 | South Austin - August 3
Volunteer locally around the Austin area. Their Smart Start program provides school supplies and support to help students begin the year prepared and confident.
Austin Laser Dentist (Helen Ragsdale, DDS)
Now - July 31
Dr. Helen Ragsdale and her team are hosting a school supply drive with a convenient drop-off location at their office. They're collecting backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and other essential items to support local students.
BODYBAR Bee Cave
Now - July 29
Partnered with Salvation Army Austin to collect Back-to-School supplies for local students! Support is easy—scan the QR codes to access our Amazon and Walmart wish lists or make a monetary donation.
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We hope this guide inspires you to give back this school season. If there’s a drive we missed, feel free to share it — and help us spread the word. Wishing everyone a strong and successful start to the school year! #MOREgiving
