DeLand, FL– DeLand area parents in need of school supplies can look to the city to lend a helping hand.
The City of DeLand and the Spring Hill Neighborhood Association, with assistance from many community sponsors, are proud to present the 7th Annual Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway & Health Initiative where hundreds of youngsters will receive a free backpack and school supplies. The giveaway will begin promptly at 8 a.m. Saturday, August 5 at the Earl Brown Park Amphitheater, 815 South Alabama Avenue.
Each student will receive one backpack on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last and students must be present to receive a backpack. Tickets will be given to parents or children who arrive at the park early to ensure they receive a backpack. Free school supplies, drink vendor samples and community health related vendors will also be on site.
“We are excited to have 1,000 backpacks to give away to help area children prepare for the upcoming school year,” said Mayor Bob Apgar. “We thank our generous sponsors for making this event possible.”
For additional information contact the Spring Hill Community Resource Center at 386-740-0808 or email shresourcecenter@gmail.com.
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