Families and educators are gearing up for a new academic year. We’ve compiled a list of ways you can support under-resourced classrooms and students going back to school, from community backpack drives and food giveaways to fundraisers for teachers.

Donate school supplies

Give DC and Arlington students backpacks stuffed with school supplies as part of Central Union Mission’s Operation Backpack . Donations can be dropped off at Comprehensive Family Resource Center (through August 15, Northeast DC) .

Hyattsville is collecting backpacks, hand sanitizer, calculator, pens, binders, and more. Donors can drop off supplies at the Hyattsville City Building or order items online via an Amazon wishlist (through August 15, virtual, Hyattsville) .

See a summer concert or grab an ice cream tr

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