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.
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Information for 2019 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 Back-to-School Block Party
Hair Geek Studios is hosting their 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: Saturday, July 20, 2019
Where: Hair Geek Studios, 365 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44311
Cost: FREE
Contact: Text (330) 319-0062 for info.
FREE School Backpacks at The Cellular Connection
Verizon Premium Wireless retail stores around the country will be handing out free backpacks filled with school supplies on that day, while supplies last. Backpacks will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Please CALL your local store before visiting. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, July 21, 2019; 1pm-4pm
Locations: All stores should have a limited amount of backpacks. Please Call your local store to confirm before visiting. {Find a store}
Ashtabula County Locations
- TCC Geneva – 1024 S. Broadway, Unit 3, Geneva, OH 44041; (440) 299-8455
Columbiana County Locations
- TCC E. State St. Salem – 2870 E. State St. Salem, OH 44460; (330) 337-3810
Geauga County Locations
- TCC Middlefield – 15624 W. High St., Middlefield, OH 44062; (440) 632-1600
Mahoning County Locations
- TCC Austintown – 5507 Mahoning Ave., Austintown, OH 44515; (330) 953-0874
Medina County Locations
- TCC Seville – 8834 Lake Rd., Seville, OH 44273; (330) 769-1011
Portage County Locations
- TCC Kent – 3975 Cascades Blvd., Unit 20, Kent, OH 44240; (330) 968-4951
Summit County Locations
- TCC Macedonia – 8210 Macedonia Commons Blvd., Ste. 62, Macedonia, OH 44056; (330) 886-8232
- TCC Twinsburg – 2728 E. Aurora Rd., Ste. B, Twinsburg, OH 44087; (330) 963-0367
- TCC Norton – 3200 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 71, Norton, OH 44203; (330) 825-7720
Stark County Locations
- TCC Uniontown – 3939 Massillon Rd., Ste. 501, Uniontown, OH 44685; (330) 899-1667
- TCC Canal Fulton – 2260 Locust St., Canal Fulton, OH 44614; (330) 752-4326
- TCC North Canton – 6781 Wales Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720; (330) 497-5889
- TCC North Canton – 2181 E. Maple St., North Canton, OH 44720; (330) 966-6629
- TCC Canton – 7216 Fulton Dr. NW, Ste. 201, Canton, OH 44718; (330) 832-5538
- TCC Canton – 4332 Tuscarawas St. W, Canton, OH 44708; (234) 804-3211
Wayne County Locations
- TCC Wooster – 3417 Cleveland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691; (330) 264-1500
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: Thursday, August 1, 2019; 10:30am-2pm
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: Saturday, August 3, 2019; 9am-12pm
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: Postponed to a later date. Note: For more details about the event, please call the church. Thank You!
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: Saturday, August 3, 2019; 12pm-3pm
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: Saturday, August 10, 2019; 11am-1:30pm
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: Saturday, August 10, 2019; 12pm-2pm
Where: 14224 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
Cost: FREE
FREE City Kids Care 9th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway & Fun Day
Free admission, food and drinks, backpacks and school supplies, and fun! Ages 6-13. {Find Out More}
When: August 10-11, 2019; 12pm-4am
Where: City Kids Care, Inc. 3940 Hillman St., Youngstown, OH 44512
Contact: (330) 623-4127
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: Sunday, August 11, 2019; 11:30am-2:30pm
Where: East Canton Church of God, 201 Nassau St. E, East Canton, OH 44730
Cost: FREE
FREE Summit for Kids Family Expo
Parents and children are invited to the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron to enjoy fun and educational activities, free back-to-school items, and more. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, August 17, 2019; 10am-3pm
Where: John S. Knight Center, 77 E. Mill St., Akron, OH 44308
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: Sunday, August 18, 2019; 10:30am (Registration: 9:30am-10:20am)
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: Saturday, August 24, 2019; 11am-3pm
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!
Thank you for the information. Much appreciated.
Mara,
Thanks for letting me know. I’ve added it to the list.
Take Care,
Danielle
Patty,
The phone numbers are listed for each of the locations. If you give them a call, they should be able to direct you on how to donate. Thanks for checking.
Have a great day!
Danielle
Thanks for letting me know. I’ve update the listing with the details.
Take Care,
Danielle