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Engages the community in collecting donations of new school supplies and backpacks. Donations received are then sorted and packed into new backpacks that are distributed to registered Douglas and Pope County K-12 students.

Provides students, families, and community members with access to information and support from community agencies addressing basic needs such as food, clothing, energy assistance, shelter, and healthcare. The resource rooms maintain limited supplies of clothing, personal household items, and food for immediate access. They accept donations of winter gear (coats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves), sweatpants, socks, t-shirts, and gift cards (Visa, Target, Walmart, gas, Cub Foods, etc.).

School supplies offered in August, to children who attend Foley schools, grades K - 12. Provides school supplies appropriate to the student's grade will be available along with backpacks. School supply donations are accepted from the community at any time.

Information will be listed here when it becomes available for residents of the following counties: Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Isanti, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.ANYONEHoly Trinity Lutheran Church - 8th Annual School Supply Giveaway Address: Holy Trinity Parking Lot, 1300 Main Street East, New Prague MN, 56071 Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Elementary-age students Registration: Drive-thru, first come, first served, while supplies last. 216 backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away during this event. No early distribution. Rain or shine. When: Monday, August 3rd, at 6 pm Description: Free backpacks with general school supplies Homestead Community Church Hastings Campus - Back to School Carnival Address: 602 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN 55033 Website: https://homesteadcommunitychurch.org/hastingsServes: Open to all Eligibility: Students in need of free school supplies Intake: Walk in Distribution: 11 am - 1 pm Saturday, August 1stDescription: Provides snacks, carnival games, inflatables, and a free backpack with school suppliesHonored 2 Help's 6th Annual Back 2 School BBQ Address: Pride Center - Park Center High School, 7501 Noble Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Individuals and families with children in grades K-12 Intake: Visit website to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/honored-2-helps-6th-annual-back-2-school-bbq-tickets-1991879912438 Distribution: 11 am - 5 pm, Saturday, August 15th Description: Free event (free parking) with backpacks filled with school supplies, BBQ, activities, prizes, and community resources (while supplies last) Wireless Zone 2026 Backpack GiveawayDistribution: Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 1 pm till supplies lastEligibility: Open to all Registration: Walk-in first come-first served. No registration is needed.Where: Visit https://wirelesszone.com/backpack-giveaway/ to find a participating storeDescription: Stop by a store for a free backpack filled with school supplies. While supplies last. One backpack per child. ONLY AT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONAnoka CountyFridley Public Schools - Back to School Resource FairAddress: Fridley High School Parking Lot, 6000 West Moore Lake Drive Fridley, MN 55432Phone: (763)502-5000Website: https://www.uwbrowncounty.org/united-way-backpack-projectServes: Students at Fridley Public SchoolsEligibility: Students in grades K-12Intake: Complete online application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeib3K8g2E1jEbtnZc9JfoxqohhmrsSU5uEoQ8iYC8ds2fMLA/viewformDistribution: 10 am - 12 noon Saturday, August 22ndDescription: Provides backpacks, school supplies, and community resourcesCARVER COUNTYCAP AgencyAddress: 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379Phone: (952)496-2125 option 1Serves: Clients of CAP who are participating in CAP's Energy Assistance, Head Start, Food Shelf, or other services within the last 12 months and are residents of Carver, Dakota, or Scott CountyEligibility: Students in grades K - 12Registration: Sign up with a CAP staff or call through the main line starting Monday, June 30thDistribution: Dates will be arranged once registered, with dates in August or September. Distribution locations are located in Rosemount at 249 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN or Shakopee at 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN.Description: Backpack filled with school suppliesDAKOTA COUNTYBerean Baptist Church - School-A-Palooza Address: 309 County Road 42 East, Burnsville, MN 55306Eligibility: Students in grades K - 12Serves: Residents of Dakota and Scott countiesRegistration: Visit website to register online at https://bereanbaptist.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3607124 Distribution: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Saturday, August 15, 2026Description: Provides free school supplies, backpacks, shoes, clothes, coats, family activities, and breakfastCAP AgencyAddress: 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379Phone: (952)496-2125 option 1Serves: Clients of CAP who are participating in CAP's Energy Assistance, Head Start, Food Shelf, or other services within the last 12 months and are residents of Carver, Dakota, or Scott CountyEligibility: Students in grades K - 12Registration: Sign up with a CAP staff or call through the main line starting Monday, June 30thDistribution: Dates will be arranged once registered, with dates in August or September. Distribution locations are located in Rosemount at 249 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN or Shakopee at 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN.Description: Backpack filled with school suppliesCommunity Action Center - Operation BackpackAddress: Northfield Community Resource Center 1651 Jefferson Parkway, Northfield, MN 55057Phone: (507)664-3550Eligibility: Children in grades Pre K - 12 enrolled in Northfield School District who could benefit from a free resourceRegistration: Call or visit website online at https://communityactioncenter.org/school-supplies/ to register between Thursday, July 16 - Wednesday, August 12Distribution: August 19, 2026Description: Provides free backpacks filled with school supplies to studentsLakeville Area Schools - Ready, Set, Achieve Address: Lakeville North High School Commons, 19600 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044Donations: Supplies must be new, gender neutral, with no specialized designs. Donations must be bagged in a paper grocery bag and stapled with a list of donated items. Drop off bags August 12-19 between 8:30 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday. Monetary donations in the form of checks are accepted. Visit website for a complete list of items needed at https://www.isd194.org/community/donations-and-scholarships/ready-set-achieve.Registration: Walk in first come, first served. No registration is needed.Eligibility: Lakeville Area School District studentsDistribution: 12 noon - 4 pm August 20, 2026Documents: Bring school IDDescription: Provides free school supplies to students enrolled in Lakeville Area SchoolsHENNEPIN COUNTY2026 CROSS - Christians Reaching Out in Social ServiceAddress: 12915 Weinand Circle, Rogers 55374Phone: (763)425-1050Distribution: Giveaway during the month August at the food shelf; walk in during office hours 9 am - 2 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; 9 am - 7 pm TuesdayServes: Clients of CROSSEligibility: Families with children in grades K - 12 who are residents of Champlin, Corcoran, Dayton, Maple Grove, Osseo, and RogersRegistration: Walk in no appointment necessary; meet with staff member for interview. Must be receiving other services within the agency before receiving a backpack.Documents: Parents need photo ID, proof of addressDescription: Provides filled elementary and secondary backpacks for familiesPRISM - People Responding in Social Ministry Address: 1220 Zane Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Serves: Residents of Golden Valley, New Hope, Robbinsdale, Crystal, or Plymouth with proof of residency (lease or current utility bill). Eligibility: Families with children entering grades K - 12; children must live in the home and must be verified in order to receive supplies (e.g., birth certificate, medical records, social security card, or school enrollment records). Registration: Open now until Friday, July 31st visit website to register https://prismmpls.org/celebrating-children/#birthday, and a case manager will reach out to schedule your appointment to receive school supplies. Supplies will be distributed while they last. Documents: Birth certificate, medical records, social security card, or school enrollment records for each child; Lease or current utility bill for proof of residency Description: Free backpack and school suppliesResourceWest Location: 13231 Minnetonka Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone: (952)933-3860Distribution: School supplies will be distributed Saturday, August 22, 2026, by scheduled appointment for registered families Eligibility: Families with children in grades K-12 who live in Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Shorewood, or Woodland, or whose children attend the Hopkins or Minnetonka School DistrictsRegistration: Visit website https://resourcewest-appointments.as.me/ or call to register beginning Monday, July 13, 2026 Documentation: Bring guardian photo ID, proof of current address, and identification for each registered child (birth certificate, social security card, or medical card) Description: Free backpacks stuffed with basic, grade-specific school supplies RAMSEY COUNTYMerrick?Community Services?-?Backpack GiveawayAddress:?1669 North Arcade Street, Saint Paul, MN 55106Serves:?Residents of Ramsey CountyEligibility:?Ramsey County families with children K-12Intake:?No pre-registration; walk-in day of eventWebsite: https://merrickcs.org/home/2026-backpack-giveaway/ Documents Required:?Proof of residency will be required at the event. Photo ID, utility bill, or lease. For each child, individuals must also bring a school ID, medical card, or Social Security card.Distribution:?4:30 pm - 8 pm, Thursday, August 20thDescription:?Free backpack giveaway with age-appropriate school supplies; free food will be servedSCOTT COUNTYBerean Baptist Church - School-A-PaloozaAddress: 309 County Road 42 East, Burnsville, MN 55306Serves: Residents of Dakota and Scott countiesEligibility: Students in grades K - 12Registration: Visit website to register online at https://bereanbaptist.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3607124Distribution: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Saturday, August 15, 2026Description: Provides free school supplies, backpacks, shoes, clothes, coats, family activities, and breakfastCAP AgencyAddress: 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379Phone: (952)496-2125 option 1Serves: Clients of CAP who are participating in CAP's Energy Assistance, Head Start, Food Shelf, or other services within the last 12 months and are residents of Carver, Dakota, or Scott CountyEligibility: Students in grades K - 12Registration: Sign up with a CAP staff or call through the main line starting Monday, June 30thDistribution: Dates will be arranged once registered, with dates in August or September. Distribution locations are located in Rosemount at 249 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN or Shakopee at 738 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN.Description: Backpack filled with school suppliesWASHINGTON COUNTYCommunity Thread and United Way of Washington County - Stuff the Bus Event Phone: Erin McQuay (651)439-3838 ext. 4Email: [email protected]: Oak Park Learning Center, 6355 Osman Avenue North, Stillwater, MN 55082 or Brookview Elementary, 11099 Brookview Road, Woodbury, MN 55129Serves: Families with children in grades Pre-K - 12 who live and attend school in Washington CountyRegistration: Visit website at https://www.uwwce.org/stuff-the-bus to register online. Registration online is open now until July 23.Documents: Proof of address such as a piece of mail with current address, utility bill, paycheck stub, or bank account dated within the last 60 daysDistribution: Families will reserve a time for curbside pick-up at one of the elementary schools. An email reminder will be sent for the scheduled pick-up.Description: Provides free school suppliesRangers Supporting Rangers School Supply Backpack Program Address: Distribution will be held at various school locations during the school's Open HousePhone: (651)982-8110Email: [email protected]: Forest Lake Area School District studentsEligibility: Students in grades K - 12 of the Forest Lake School DistrictRegistration: Register online by July 31, 2026 and choose the school the child will be enrolled for 2026-2027 school year. Visit website at https://flaschools.arux.app/course/8804/spr-sum-2026-apr-aug%E2%80%941/rangers-supporting-rangers-school-supply-backpack-program.Distribution: Backpacks and school supplies will be available at Open House where the student attends for 2026-2027 school year. Information will be provided once registered.Description: Free backpack and school supply program

Information is listed below for residents of the following counties: Benton, Crow Wing, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, Sherburne, Stearns, Todd, and Wright. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.ANYONEBeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack Giveaway Distribution: Tuesday, July 21st - Thursday, July 23rd Eligibility: Open to all families in need of free school supplies and a backpack Registration: Walk-in, first come-first served until supplies last Where: Visit the https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/for participating BeMobile Verizon stores Description: Provides a free backpack filled with school supplies. There is a limit of 3 backpacks per family to ensure that as many families as possible can benefit from this event. Every guest who picks up a backpack or visits a BeMobile Verizon store during the event dates can enter to win a $500 shopping spree to help with back-to-school needs. 2026 United Way of Central Minnesota - School Supply DriveIntake: Visit https://www.unitedwayhelps.org/school-supply-drive for information on the list of items most needed or to make monetary donations. School supplies can be dropped off at the following locations from now until Friday, August 14th:United Way of Central Minnesota921 1st Street NorthSt. Cloud, MN 563038 am - 4 pm Monday-ThursdayAffinity Plus Federal Credit Union2835 West Saint Germain Street?St Cloud, MN 56301SCHEELS (Customer Service Desk)30 Waite Avenue North, Suite 94, Waite Park, MN 56301Description: Accepts donations of school supplies and monetary donations to buy bulk school supplies that will be distributed to students in need. All school supplies will be donated to schools and youth programs around Central Minnesota.Wireless Zone 2026 Backpack GiveawayDistribution: Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 1 pm till supplies lastEligibility: Open to allRegistration: Walk-in first come-first served. No registration is needed.Where: Visit https://wirelesszone.com/backpack-giveaway/ to find a participating storeDescription: Stop by a store for a free backpack filled with school supplies. While supplies last. One backpack per child. ONLY AT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONSZimmerman Community Church - Block Party and Backpack GiveawayAddress: 12567 5th Avenue North, Suite 200, Zimmerman, MN 55398Phone: (763)308-5780Email: [email protected]: https://zcchurch.orgServes: Open to allEligibility: Parents with elementary or Junior High studentsIntake: Walk inDistribution: 5 pm - 8 pm Wednesday, August 19thDescription: Provides food, games, bounce house, and free backpacks filled with school supplies while supplies lastSHERBURNE COUNTYCommunity Backpack Event - Partnership of Main Street Family Services Family Resource Center, the Boys and Girls Club, CAER Food Shelf, and the Salvation ArmyAddress: Boys and Girls Club, 905 6th Street NW, Elk River, MN 55330Serves: Residents of Sherburne County and/or Intermediate School District 728Eligibility: Families with school-age children in grades K-12Registration: Visit website to register https://forms.office.com/r/HPXhGmjqYq Distribution: 11 am - 3 pm Saturday, August 8thDescription: Families will receive a backpack filled with school supplies (while supplies last) and have access to a variety of free resources and services, including: Backpack and school supply distribution, shoe distribution (while supplies last), fresh produce distribution, and a Community resource fair featuring local organizations.WRIGHT COUNTYProject Pencils Serves: Children who attend a public school in Wright County Eligibility: Individuals and families with children who are in Kindergarten - 12th grade??Registration: Visit the website https://www.projectpencils.com/request.html to complete a separate form for each student needing the supplies. Only one parent can request supplies for the studentDistribution: Pick-up location will be in St. Michael and the address will be sent via the confirmation e-mail. Pick up dates will be 9 am - 1 pm Saturday, August 15th and 4 pm - 8 pm Tuesday, August 18thDescription: Provides school supplies

Information will be listed here when it becomes available for residents of the following counties: Becker, Douglas, Grant, Hubbard, Kittson, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Otter Tail, Pennington, Polk, Pope, Roseau, Red Lake, Stevens, Traverse, Wadena, and Wilkin. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.ANYONEBeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack GiveawayDistribution: Tuesday, July 21st - Thursday, July 23rdEligibility: Open to all families in need of free school supplies and a backpackRegistration: Walk-in, first come-first served until supplies lastWhere: Visit the https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/for Participating BeMobile Verizon storesDescription: Provides a free backpack filled with school supplies. There is a limit of 3 backpacks per family to ensure that as many families as possible can benefit from this event. Every guest who picks up a backpack or visits a BeMobile Verizon store during the event dates can enter to win a $500 shopping spree to help with back-to-school needs.

Information will be listed here when it becomes available for residents of the following counties: Dodge, Freeborn, Goodhue, Mower, Olmsted, Rice, Steele, and Wabasha. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.ANYONEBeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack Giveaway Distribution: Tuesday, July 21st - Thursday, July 23rd Eligibility: Open to all families in need of free school supplies and a backpack Registration: Walk-in, first come-first served until supplies last Where: Visit the https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/for Participating BeMobile Verizon stores Description: Provides a free backpack filled with school supplies. There is a limit of 3 backpacks per family to ensure that as many families as possible can benefit from this event. Every guest who picks up a backpack or visits a BeMobile Verizon store during the event dates can enter to win a $500 shopping spree to help with back-to-school needs. Wireless Zone 2026 Backpack GiveawayDistribution: Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 1 pm till supplies lastEligibility: Open to allRegistration: Walk-in first come-first served. No registration is needed.Where: Visit https://wirelesszone.com/backpack-giveaway/ to find a participating storeDescription: Stop by a store for a free backpack filled with school supplies. While supplies last. One backpack per child. ONLY AT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONSDODGE COUNTYReady, Set, Learn of Dodge CountyAddress: 601 Clay Street, Mantorville, MN 55955Phone: (316)390-5368Email: [email protected] residents of Dodge CountyEligibility: Children in pre-school through grade 12 who are living or going to school in Dodge CountyRegistration: Print application: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DjQDLs1AaB7EzRsI9D4KYVcjXWtEMg4g/view?fbclid=IwY2xjawSdL-VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe_CJCSMIozNY9j2tG9Q4hQp2NtPCkMiMjUovzf9i2DYerSvanmCox-9Hoiy4_aem_gjWLItjvsoug6yyszrBdeA or pick up/drop off at:601 Clay Street, MantorvilleSaint John's Lutheran Church, 301 8th Avenue NW, KassonZiebell Law Office, 13 West Main Street, Suite 4, KassonApplications open now until Monday, July 27 at 5 pmDocuments: Application formDistribution: 5 pm - 7 pm, Monday August 10 and Tuesday August 11Description: School supplies and backpacksOLMSTED COUNTYRochester People's Action Community Back to School Block Party and ParadeAddress: Soldiers Field Park, Rochester, MN 55902Serves: RochesterIntake: Walk in 12 noon - 4 pm Saturday, August 15Description: Provides free school supplies, food, music, games, and local vendorsRICE COUNTYCommunity Action Center - Operation BackpackAddress: Northfield Community Resource Center 1651 Jefferson Parkway, Northfield, MN 55057Phone: (507)664-3550Eligibility: Children in grades Pre K - 12 enrolled in Northfield School District who could benefit from a free resourceRegistration: Call or visit webiste online at https://communityactioncenter.org/school-supplies/ to register between Thursday, July 16 - Wednesday, August 12Distribution: August 19, 2026Description: Provides free backpacks filled with school supplies to students

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiencyServices may include:Food programs- Food shelf vouchersApplication assistance- Food support- Health insurance- Social security benefitsSeasonal - School supply distribution- Winter clothing - Food baskets- Toys and holiday gifts to families in needOutreach and referrals to- Budgeting- Housing- Medical services- Parenting education- Transportation

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiencyServices may include:Food programs- Food shelf vouchersApplication assistance- Food support- Health insurance- Social security benefitsSeasonal - School supply distribution- Winter clothing - Food baskets- Toys and holiday gifts to families in needOutreach and referrals to- Budgeting- Housing- Medical services- Parenting education- Transportation

An emergency fund for students to provide clothing, eyeglasses, prescription drugs, and required materials for class projects.

Information will be listed here when it becomes available for residents of the following counties: Aitkin, Beltrami, Cass, Clearwater, Itasca, Koochiching, and Lake of the Woods. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiencyServices may include:Food programs- Food shelf vouchersApplication assistance- Food support- Health insurance- Social security benefitsSeasonal - School supply distribution- Winter clothing - Food baskets- Toys and holiday gifts to families in needOutreach and referrals to- Budgeting- Housing- Medical services- Parenting education- Transportation

Provides various forms of relief to military families through its programs, such as:- Critical Financial Assistance: Rent, mortgage, utility, and medical bills; based on need- Recurring Family Support programs: Back to School Brigade, Holiday Meals for Military, Star Spangled Baby Showers, Holiday Toy Drive, and Military Child of the Year.- Vehicle Repair

Children can pick out a backpack and fill it with school supplies based on their school's supply list, with quantities adjusted as needed. Seasonal distribution days are annually in August and are available by appointment throughout the school year.

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiencyServices may include:Food programs- Food shelf vouchersApplication assistance- Food support- Health insurance- Social security benefitsSeasonal - School supply distribution- Winter clothing - Food baskets- Toys and holiday gifts to families in needOutreach and referrals to- Budgeting- Housing- Medical services- Parenting education- Transportation

Provides free school supplies; school supply donations accepted year-round

Assistance with:- Lodging for individuals experiencing homelessness- Rent assistance (in case of eviction)- Seasonal/holiday help- Utility assistance (in case of shut-off)

Collaborative effort that provides new back-to-school supplies to Olmsted County families with children in grades preK-12:- Backpacks and supplies are distributed to students through participating school districts- Donations are accepted online in early July when the supply drive opens- Organizations, groups, or businesses may participate by holding their own drive online- Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals or groups

Emergency fund to provide clothing, eyeglasses, prescription drugs, and required materials for class projects.

Services vary from county to county; volunteer opportunities included for interested community members. Services may include:Basic needs:- Back-to-school assistance- Food- Housing- Other emergency needs - Transportation- Utility assistanceSummer camps for youthThrift store vouchers for clothing/household goods

Information will be listed here when it becomes available for residents of the following counties: Big Stone, Brown, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Faribault, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Le Sueur; Lincoln, Lyon, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Renville, Rock, Sibley, Swift, Waseca, Watonwan, and Yellow Medicine. If a program is not listed in a specific area, individuals should contact their school district's social worker for possible assistance with school supplies.ANYONEBeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack GiveawayDistribution: Tuesday, July 21st - Thursday, July 23rdEligibility: Open to all families in need of free school supplies and a backpackRegistration: Walk-in, first come-first served until supplies lastWhere: Visit the https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/for Participating BeMobile Verizon storesDescription: Provides a free backpack filled with school supplies. There is a limit of 3 backpacks per family to ensure that as many families as possible can benefit from this event. Every guest who picks up a backpack or visits a BeMobile Verizon store during the event dates can enter to win a $500 shopping spree to help with back-to-school needs.Holy Trinity Lutheran Church - 8th Annual School Supply GiveawayAddress: Holy Trinity Parking Lot, 1300 Main Street East, New Prague MN, 56071Serves: Open to allEligibility: Elementary-age studentsRegistration: Drive-thru, first come, first served, while supplies last. 216 backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away during this event. No early distribution. Rain or shine.When: Monday, August 3rd, at 6 pmDescription: Free backpacks with general school suppliesBROWN COUNTYUnited Way of the Brown County AreaAddress: 1212 North Franklin Street, New Ulm, MN 56073Phone: (507)354-6512Email: [email protected]: https://www.uwbrowncounty.org/united-way-backpack-projectServes:?Students who attend a school in Brown CountyEligibility: Students in grades K-13 who qualify for school educational benefitsRegistration: Now - Friday, July 24th Intake: Complete application form. Application forms can be completed online, emailed, dropped off in person (United Way of the Brown County Area, 108 North, New Ulm, MN, 56073), or mailed (United Way of the Brown County Area, PO Box 476, New Ulm, MN, 56073)Documents: Online form: https://www.uwbrowncounty.org/backpack-applyApplication download: https://www.uwbrowncounty.org/sites/uwbrowncountyarea/files/2026-06/2026%20backpack%20application%20final%20.pdf Distribution: 8 am - 8 pm Tuesday, August 4th. Email to arrange an alternate pick-up date if needed. Description: Provides new backpack and school supplies?

Offers the following children's programming:- Baby and Toddler Care Packages: Clients participating in the food shelf may receive a care package for babies and toddlers that includes diapers or pull-ups, wipes, and other items as available, such as onesies, hats, baby lotion, and body wash. Formula, bottles, and baby food may also be available. Care packages are assembled based on diaper size. Not all items are available at all times based on supply.- Birthday Bags: Clients participating in the food shelf may receive a "Birthday Bag" for each child's birthday. Bags are filled with candles, cake decorations, party favors for 6-8 kids, themed plates and napkins, colorful party decorations (table cloths, paper streamers, etc.), and small toys or crafts. Parents may also pick up a birthday cake or cupcakes. Families should notify CEAP when scheduling a food appointment if a child has an upcoming birthday.- LearnStrong Back To School: Provides backpacks filled with school supplies to families in the community through a curbside distribution program. Backpacks are provided and assembled by generous community partners and individual donors.- Toys of Joy Holiday Program: A special event held in December where parents can shop for toys for their children in CEAP's Community Room. Community partners and individual donors provide gifts.

Operates a thrift store and clothing pantry, and redistributes donated goods such as clothing, furniture, household items, school supplies, and emergency resources to help people move out of crises.

Helps youth who need support to thrive in the community. Services included:- Bus cards to get around- Case management- Clothing items- Financial counseling classes include bank accounts, budgeting, credit counseling, and savings- Food Resources- Hygiene products- One on one individual mentoring and goal planning- School needs such as school supplies and advocating on for children at school- Shoes- Young teen pregnancy (resources to help adolescents who dropped out of school go back and get their High School diploma or GED)

Provides a clothing closet of new or secondhand clothing. Also, accepts donations of gently used items. Items offered:- Adults and children's clothing- Necessities based on available resources- Household items- Limited school supplies- Winter gear or winter clothing