FREE School Supply Giveaways Across Northeast Ohio

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. Please note that often registration is required, and children must be present to receive a backpack.

Many Thanks to Goodwill, our Back to School Sponsor. Visit your neighborhood Goodwill store for all your back to school shopping needs!

FREE School Supply Giveaways in Northeast Ohio

FREE Clothing Giveaway [REGISTER; opens 2 weeks before giveaway] {Find Out More}
Where: North Canton Church of Christ, 1301 E. Maple St., North Canton, OH 44720
When: July 10-11, 2026

FREE School Rocks Backpack Giveaway! at The Cellular Connection {Find Out More}
Where: Participating TCC stores across the country will host events to give away free backpacks filled with school supplies for local students. On a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. (One free backpack per child.) You can find your closest store by putting in your zip code or town/state here.
When: Sunday, July 26, 2026

FREE Power of 3 Foundation School Supplies Giveaway {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library, 2345 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
When: Saturday, August 1, 2026

FREE Back to School Bash
Open to ALL Lake County children in need for the 2026-2027 school year. Free school supplies and services, including haircuts, dental care, vision screenings, hearing screenings, family photos, clothing, and community resources. {Find Out More}
Where: Harvey High School, 200 W. Walnut Ave., Painesville, OH 44077
When: Saturday, August 1, 2026

FREE Back to School Blast {Find Out More}
Where: North Canton Church of Christ, 1301 E. Maple St., North Canton, OH 44720
When: Saturday, August 1, 2026

FREE Back to School Free Backpack Giveaway {Find Out More}
Where: Boost Mobile, 13723 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44111
When: Thursday, August 6, 2026

FREE Backpack Distribution  {Find Out More}
Where: Maple Beach Park, 1295 Reed St., Alliance, OH 44601
When: Thursday, August 6, 2026 (SMHA Alliance residents only!)

FREE Launch into Learning [REGISTER] {Find Out More}
Where: St. Francis School, 7206 Myron Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103
When: Saturday, August 8, 2026

FREE Ashtabula Area City Schools Back 2 School Bash  {Find Out More}
Where: Lakeside High School Stadium, 6600 Sanborn Rd., Ashtabula, OH 44004
When: Saturday, August 10, 2026

FREE Cuyahoga County Family Fun Day {Find Out More}
Where: Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113 (on the Green)
When: Tuesday, August 11, 2026

FREE Back to School Resource Fair {Find Out More}
Where: Heights High School, Cleveland Heights, 13263 Cedar Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
When: Saturday, August 15, 2026

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}

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More Fun to Come…

Check back often! Events will be updated as they become available.

FREE Backpack for Kids
Pick up a Backpack for Kids packed with meals for your child between the ages of 3 and 17. {Find Out More}
Where: Stark Library – locations rotate:
– DeHoff Memorial Branch, 216 Hartford Ave. SE, Canton, OH 44707
– Madge Youtz Branch, 2921 Mahoning Rd. NE, Canton, OH 44705
– Main Library, 715 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702
When: TBA for 2026

FREE Back to School Block Party {Find Out More; Flyer}
Where: Hair Geek Studios, 365 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44311 (South Main Street Block, between Cedar Rd. and Exchange)
When: TBA for 2026