Free School Supplies & Clothing
- Howard County Backpack Giveaway – Aug. 9, 9:30–11:30 a.m., first-come, first-served, no registration. Locations: Deep Run Elementary (Elkridge), MultiService Center (Laurel), Howard Crossing Apts (Ellicott City), Wilde Lake High (Columbia).
- Loudoun County Family Fun Fair – Aug. 15, 6–8:30 p.m., free shoes, haircuts, school supplies. Must register; for pre-K–12 Loudoun residents. First Baptist Church of Sterling, VA.
- Celebree School of Bristow – Aug. 16, 10 a.m.–noon, free backpacks, no registration. Bristow, VA.
- Victorious Life of Faith Church – Free shoes, uniforms, school supplies. 7110 Marlboro Pike, District Heights, MD.
- Capitol View Library Community Day – Aug. 21, 3–7 p.m., free backpacks, supplies, books, health screenings, games. D.C.
- Springfield United Methodist Church “Backpack Blessing” – Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m. service followed by activities and free supplies for students & educators. Springfield, VA.
- Prince George’s County Memorial Library – Aug. 16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., free backpacks. Glenarden, MD.
- PG County Immunization Clinics – Now through Sept. 27, free vaccines for uninsured students.
Fun Activities & Fairs
- LEGO Discovery Center (D.C.) – Free admission for teachers through Aug. 31 (details online).
- Bowie Back-to-School Bash – Aug. 16, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., carnival games, moon bounces, cornhole, DJ. Open to ages 4–10 with parents.
- GMU Storytime – Aug. 13, 4:30–5:30 p.m., stories & activities about making friends and starting school. Fairfax, VA.
- Pender United Methodist Church Festival – Aug. 16, 5–8 p.m., live music, food, games. Fairfax, VA.
- MoCo Pride Center Block Party – Aug. 22, 3–7 p.m., music, games, supply donations. Silver Spring, MD.
- MCPS Back-to-School Fair – Aug. 23, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., music, entertainment, giveaways, free immunizations. Montgomery County, MD.
- Southwest Neighborhood Library – Aug. 25, 3:30–5:30 p.m., crafts, snacks, giveaways. D.C.
- PGCPS Back-to-School Fair – Aug. 16, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., resources, entertainment, activities. Landover, MD.
Tip: Most events are first-come, first-served and may require proof of residency or registration. Check each organizer’s site for full details