Whether you are in need of free school supplies or you are in a position to donate school supplies for those in need, I hope you find this list of school supply giveaways helpful. Below are details on locations and events across Northeast Ohio where backpacks and school supplies will be given to area children.

Many Thanks to Goodwill for sponsoring this article. Visit your neighborhood Goodwill store for all your back-to-school shopping needs! Only Goodwill can deliver on a stylish and affordable back-to-school shopping experience. 

Information for 2020 giveaways are currently being updated. As usual, if you know of a location that isn't listed, please submit the details here. Thanks!

FREE School Supply Giveaways in Northeast Ohio

FREE School Backpacks at The Cellular Connection

Verizon Premium Wireless retail stores around the country will once again be giving out free backpacks filled with school supplies, while supplies last. Participating locations will either be holding walk-up or drive-thru events and encouraging social distancing and wearing face coverings. Please CALL your local store before visiting. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, July 26, 2020; 1pm-4pm
Locations: All stores should have a limited amount of backpacks. Please call your local store to confirm before visiting. {Find a store}

FREE City Kids Care 9th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway & Fun Day

Free admission, backpacks and school supplies for ages 6-13. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, August 8, 2020; 12pm-4am
Where: City Kids Care, Inc. 3940 Hillman St., Youngstown, OH 44512
Contact: (330) 623-4127
Cost: FREE

We Hope to See These Events Again in 2021!

FREE Back-to-School Block Party

Hair Geek Studios is hosting its 3rd Annual Backpack Giveaway. The event features a backpack giveaway, raffles, a special appearance by Cleveland Browns Player Chris Hubbard, food, and more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Hair Geek Studios, 365 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44311
Cost: FREE
Contact: Text (330) 319-0062 for info.

FREE Cuyahoga County Family Fun Day

The second annual Cuyahoga County Family Fun Day is August 1st! Mark your calendars and head to Public Square for games, school supplies, and community resources. {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113
Contact: (216) 838-FACE
Cost: FREE

FREE School Supply Giveaway at Dover Foursquare Church

School supply giveaway, plus fun, games and prizes. One day only, while supplies last. Children must be present to receive supplies. {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where:  Wing Center, 302 E. Slingluff Ave., Dover, OH 44622
Cost: FREE

FREE North Hill Gospel Concert & Community Day

Free back-to-school Supplies, food, haircuts, and health information. {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: North Hill Church of Christ, 897 Columbia Ave., Akron, OH, 44310
Cost: FREE

FREE Back 2 School Supplies Giveaway

Children in Middle School and lower grades will receive backpacks filled with school supplies and resources from event sponsors and vendors! Free hair cuts for boys. Girls get their nails painted for free. Plus, face painting, and more! {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: Euclid Creek Reservation, 850 Euclid Creek Pkwy., Cleveland, OH 44121
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Back-to-School Safety & Wellness Extravaganza

In addition to free school supplies for beginners through the 5th grade, enjoy games, safety, and wellness stations, and much more! {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: Carroll County Fairgrounds, 106 Kensington Rd. NE, Carrollton, OH 44615; (330) 627-4866 ext. 57
Cost: FREE

FREE Lakewood New Life Church's Let's Love Lakewood

New Life Church is giving away free backpacks filled with school supplies on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early to get a place in line. Your child must be present to receive a backpack (no exceptions). {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: 14224 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
Cost: FREE

FREE East Canton Church of God's Back-to-School BASH!

Everyone is invited to join East Canton Church of God for a fun Sunday of free inflatables, games, food, eye exams, and boy's hair cuts! The Blessings Exchange will be open to get your back-to-school clothes. Plus, there will be a Backpack Giveaway for all students currently registered in Osnaburg Local Schools. Feel free to join in the worship service at 10am. {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: East Canton Church of God, 201 Nassau St. E, East Canton, OH 44730
Cost: FREE

FREE Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway

After church, enjoy food, snacks, prizes and backpack giveaway in the cafeteria area. Lots of fun is planned for your children during kids church. Registration is required here. {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: Passion Church in Lake High School (enter through Door 5), 436 Kings Church Rd., Uniontown, OH 44685
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE St. Philip Neri Family Center Back-to-School Giveaway

Free backpacks with back-to-school supplies will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Plus, join in for games, prizes, free food, and more! Children must be present to receive a backpack (no exceptions). {Find Out More}
When: Canceled for 2020
Where: 799 E. 82nd St., Cleveland, OH 44112
Cost: FREE

The Salvation Army of Painesville & Lake County

Call for details on how to get back to school supplies.
(440) 354-3774

Catholic Charities Community Services of Summit County

Provides free school supplies for students in grades kindergarten through 8th to low-income families in Summit County. {Find Out More}
(330) 475-0091

Remember, if you know of a location that isn't listed, please submit the details here. Thanks!