Support Local Students: Join Our July Back-to-School Drive
This July, we’re kicking off a Back-to-School Drive to help ensure every child in our community heads into the school year feeling prepared and confident. We’re proud to partner with Neighborhood House, Minnesota United FC, and Target to collect essential school supplies for families who need a little extra support—especially those navigating new beginnings in the U.S.
Who We're Supporting
Neighborhood House has been a trusted resource for immigrant, refugee, and low-income families in Saint Paul since 1897. They offer wraparound support for families—like food, education, and youth services—with a strong focus on ESL (English as a Second Language) learners. Their mission is simple: help people gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive in their new communities.
This school supply drive helps remove one more barrier for the kids they serve—making sure they have what they need to show up to school ready to learn.
How You Can Help
📍Drop-Off Locations:
- Standard Heating & Air Conditioning Office: 130 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis MN 55411
🛒 Prefer to shop online or donate in bulk?
- Shop on the Target Wish List
What We’re Collecting
We’ve set some ambitious goals—and we know our community can help us meet them! We’re collecting:
- #2 Pencils – 1,250
- Assorted Pens (Red, Blue, Black) – 1,250
- Wide-Ruled Paper – 500
- 10 Count Markers – 500
- 12 Count Colored Pencils – 500
- 24 Count Crayons – 500
- Liquid or Stick Glue – 500
- Child Safe Scissors – 500
- Two-Pocket Folders – 1,250
- Wide-Ruled Notebooks – 1,250
- Backpacks – 500
Every item donated goes directly into the hands of a student who needs it.
Why It Matters
Starting school with the right supplies helps students focus on learning instead of worrying about fitting in or feeling unprepared. For many ESL families connected with Neighborhood House, financial pressures and language barriers can make the back-to-school season especially challenging. Your donation goes beyond paper and pencils—it sends a message that the whole community is cheering them on.
Let’s Do This, Minnesota!
Together, we can meet these goals and make a real difference for local kids. Stop by, drop off, and help us spread the word. Every donation counts.
Learn more about Neighborhood House and the incredible work they do at https://neighborhoodhousemn.org/about.
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