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1,000 Bookbags for 1,000 Delaware Students
Back-to-school should be a time of excitement and anticipation, but for many families in Delaware, it is a period of financial stress and worry. Every year, the cost of school supplies rises, leaving families with an enormous burden to shoulder. This year, it’s estimated that families will spend between $200 to $300 per child on school supplies. Without these critical items, our children’s success in the classroom and confidence are in jeopardy.
United Way of Delaware’s 4th Annual Bookbag Giveaway and Resource Fair helps to lift this burden for local families by providing bookbags and essential school supplies for students.
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But in order to meet the rising need this year, we need support from the community and generous people like you.
Join us as we stand with our families and children in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. With your financial support we can ensure that every child has the resources they need to start their school year off strong.
Your tax-deductible donation doesn’t only provide essential supplies for children in need, your gift shows them that they’re not alone and that the community cares about their future.
Giveaway Locations
Dover Library
35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 19901
Saturday, August 10th
12pm – 2pm
Wilmington Public Library
10 E 10th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Saturday, August 17th
10:00 pm – 2:00pm
Make a donation to support students
Calling All Volunteers
We are actively looking for trusted adults to help us out the day of the giveaways. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering to help out during the event, please click here to learn more and sign up.
1000 Bookbags for 1000 Delaware Students
Back-to-school should be a time of excitement and anticipation, but for many families in Delaware, it is a period of financial stress and worry. Every year, the cost of school supplies rises, leaving families with an enormous burden to shoulder. This year, it’s estimated that families will spend between $200 to $300 per child on school supplies. Without these critical items, our children’s success in the classroom and confidence are in jeopardy.
United Way of Delaware’s 4th Annual Bookbag Giveaway and Resource Fair helps to lift this burden for local families by providing bookbags and essential school supplies for students.
But in order to meet the rising need this year, we need support from the community and generous people like you.
Join us as we stand with our families and children in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. With your financial support we can ensure that every child has the resources they need to start their school year off strong.
Your tax-deductible donation doesn’t only provide essential supplies for children in need, your gift shows them that they’re not alone and that the community cares about their future.
Event Locations
DOVER LIBRARY
Dover, DE
35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 19901
Saturday, August 10, 2024
12 pm – 2 pm
WILMINGTON LIBRARY
Wilmington, DE
10 E 10th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
Saturday, August 17, 2024
10 am – 2 pm
Volunteer Opportunities
We are actively looking for trusted adults to help us out the day of the giveaways. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering to help out during the event, please click here to learn more and sign up.
What Does Your Donation Buy?
Every donation, big or small, can make a world of difference for a child in need. Together, we can ensure that every child in Delaware steps into this school year equipped with the tools they need to learn and grow. It’s not just about supplies—it’s about empowering our youth for a brighter tomorrow.
All contributions will help provide these items for children in the First State:
Pre-K and Kindergarten
School Supply LisT
Pencils
Pencil Case
Erasers
Sharpeners
Glue Sticks
Markers
Crayons or colored pencils
Scissors
Pocket Folders
Wide Rule Notebooks
Hand Sanitizer
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade
School Supply LisT
Pencils
Erasers
Sharpeners
Pencil Case
Loose leaf paper Wide Rule
Spiral Notebook (wide – lined)
Crayons
Highlighters
Pocket folders
Colored Pencils
Indexed Cards (optional)
Glue Sticks
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
4th and 5th Grade
School Supply LisT
Pencils
Erasers
Sharpeners
Pencil Case
Spiral Notebook (wide – lined)
Composition Notebook
Loose leaf paper Wide Rule
Binder
Crayons
Highlighters
Pocket folders
Colored Pencils
Indexed Cards (optional)
Glue Sticks
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Middle and High School
School Supply List
Pencils
Pens
Pencil Case
Erasers
Sharpeners
Pocket Folders
Binder
Index Cards
Highlighters
Markers
Wide Rule Loose Leaf Paper
Spiral Notebooks/composition books