Back-to-school shopping is ramping up, and North Texas families can get a head start with an upcoming free school supplies giveaway.
Dream Center Dallas, a local organization working to support North Texas families, will host its annual back-to-school giveaway at 10 a.m. Aug. 1, offering at least 1,500 free backpacks filled with school supplies and shoes. The event will be at the nonprofit’s headquarters at 1900 S. Ewing Ave., according to a news release from the organization.
Items will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Kacie Kintz, director of Dream Center Dallas, said in the release the event aims to help children begin the school year feeling prepared and supported.
The event will also feature games, food and family-friendly activities. North Texans can also volunteer or donate.
Texas’ annual tax-free weekend, which returns Aug. 7, also allows local students and their families to find supplies at more affordable prices.
Texas shoppers can save on qualifying clothing, school supplies and more during the state’s sales tax holiday. To receive the tax exemption, purchases must be less than $100 and made during the holiday weekend.