Where Amarillo Families Can Find Free School Supplies This Year

Summer in Amarillo is slowly coming to a close, and that means back to school. Many families are gearing up for a brand new year, teachers, friends, and maybe even a new school. With the start of school comes all the things that must be bought: school supplies, backpacks, and shoes.

Why Back-to-School Season Hits Families Hard

While many families are excited about back-to-school shopping, other families are dreading this time of year. Why? Many families in the Amarillo area don't have the funds to purchase school supplies, shoes, or even haircuts. Just the school supply list can be costly; now add multiple kids, and it adds up.

That's why it is so important for our community to come together. In Amarillo, we are fortunate that organizations, churches, nonprofits, and local businesses step up every summer to help families get ready for the new school year.

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If you are looking for some places to get free school supplies, shoes, and hairdos, all while having some fun, we have put together a list of places.

How Amarillo's Community Steps Up Every Summer

Church groups come together every year and collect school supplies. Businesses and clubs host events where they gather school supplies. Nonprofits host events where barbers, beauticians, and stylists volunteer their time to give haircuts and hairdos for kids.

It's a beautiful thing to see the community step up for those less fortunate.

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Every Student Deserves a Strong Start

It doesn't matter if you have a little one starting kindergarten or a teenager stepping into high school for the first time; every student needs a good start to the school year. Hopefully, this ever-growing list will allow some to find the help to make the start of the school year perfect.