School Supplies Drive - August 7th through 31st

Dear Community Members,

As the new school year approaches, we want to ensure that every student walks into their classroom feeling confident, prepared, and ready to learn. We are excited to kick off our Annual School Supply Drive starting on August 7th -31st between 8am and 5pm. By partnering together, we can relieve financial stress for local families and give teachers the backup resources they need.

Here’s what’s on the wish list:

Backpacks

New, durable, unfilled backpacks for boys and girls in grades K-12.

Writing and paper supplies

Spiral notebooks and loose-leaf paper (wide and college ruled)
Composition books (wide and college ruled)
Index cards
Sticky notes (3x3)
No. 2 pencils
Pens (black, blue, and red ink)
Colored pencils and crayons
Highlighters
Markers
Dry-erase markers (black preferred)

Organization

1-inch and 1.5-inch binders
Binder dividers
Two-pocket folders (with prongs)
Pencil pouches

Tools and accessories

Scissors for kids (all ages)
Glue sticks (no glue bottles)
Erasers
Pencil sharpeners
Wired headphones
Gallon and sandwich bags
Disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer
Facial tissues

Bring your donations to:

DSS
714 North Street
Smithfield, NC 27577

Page last updated: August 6, 2026

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