Fashion Fair Mall, Big Brothers Big Sisters host back-to-school drive for students

FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — As the new school year approaches, Fashion FairMall and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California are teaming up to help local students in need start the year prepared.

The two joined forces to collect donations of new backpacks and essential school supplies.

Community members are invited to donate to support children as they head back to class.

The donation drive runs now through Sunday, August 16th.

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The requested donations include:

BackpacksPencilsNotebooksGlueRulersPencil pouchesScissorsErasersMarkersCrayonsNew denim

Donated backpacks and supplies can be left at the center court donation station inside the mall.

If you can’t make it to Fashion Fair Mall, you can also make a financial donation by clicking here.

Fashion Fair Mall is located at 645 East Shaw Avenue in Fresno.

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