ATLANTA, Ga. — With the upcoming school year less than a month away for the metro Atlanta area, there are many back-to-school drives, events and giveaways for those in need.
Here is a list of upcoming back-to-school drives, events and supply giveaways:
New Creation Christian Fellowship Back to School Supply Giveaway
WHAT: Community event that includes school supply giveaways.
WHERE: 828 S. Stone Mountain Lithonia Road in Stone Mountain
WHEN: July 18 from 6 - 8 p.m.
6th Annual Shoot Hoops Not Guns Back to School Bash
WHAT: There will be exciting activities, games, prizes and resources for the whole family to enjoy. There will also be a celebrity basketball game.
WHERE: 3444 N Fulton Ave. in Hapeville
WHEN: July 18 from 1 - 6 p.m.
5th Annual Backpack & School Supply Drive with the Cobb County Police Department
WHAT: The annual backpack and school supply drive will feature fun, performances, resources. and more.
WHERE: Cobb County Civic Center at the Larry Bell Recreational Center, 548 South Marietta Pkwy SE. in Marietta
WHEN: July 19 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free Back to School Giveaway and Community Outreach event
WHAT: Community event featuring fun, bookbags and school supplies giveaway, food, giveaway of clothing items and more.
WHERE: Trinity Fellowship Church in Atlanta
WHEN: July 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Gwinnett Sheriff’s Office Fifth Annual Back-to-School Bash
WHAT: The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office and Live Healthy Gwinnett are hosting the 5th annual Back-to-School Bash. The free, family-friendly event will feature free bookbags and school supplies, health screenings and community resources, activities, food, live entertainment and more.
WHERE: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds located at 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy. in Lawrenceville
WHEN: July 19 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
WHAT: A day packed with games, food, music, school supplies, giveaways, and fun for the whole family.
WHERE: Excel Church at 1151 Flat Shoals Rd. in Conyers
WHEN: July 19 from 12 - 3 p.m.
Showcase Clayton and Back to School Supply Giveaway
WHAT: There will be a school supply giveaway and opportunity to network with Clayton County leaders and departments to learn about services, programs, and initiatives that benefit Clayton County residents and businesses.
WHERE: Southlake Mall at 1000 Southlake Cir. in Morrow
WHEN: July 19 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
True Light Church annual Back-2-School Community Block Party
WHAT: It’s gonna be a blast with FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES, music, games, food, and more. Come hang out with friends, meet new people, and kick off the school year in style.
WHERE: 409 Kenwood Rd. in Fayetteville
WHEN: July 19 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Overcomers Christian Fellowship Annual Back-To-School Bash
WHAT: Back to school giveaway including fun activities, games, and good vibes for the whole family to enjoy.
WHERE: 7373 Covington Hwy. in Lithonia
WHEN: July 20 from 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Fulton County It Takes a Village School Supplies Giveaway (Drive-thru)
WHAT: Fulton County District 5 Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington Jr. is hosting the annual “It Takes a Village” supply giveaway with fun, prizes. There are two different “It Takes a Village” supply giveaways on consecutive days
WHERE: The Fairburn Hobgood-Palmer Library at 60 Valley View Dr.
WHEN: Thursday, July 24 from 5 - 6 p.m.
School Supplies Giveaway & College Book Scholarships & Write 2 Rise Presentations
WHAT: Fulton County District 5 Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington Jr. is hosting the annual “It Takes a Village” supply giveaway with fun, prizes, and an essay writing contest for college students. Residents need to have ID to verify residency and may only receive supplies at one location.
WHERE: Gladys S. Dennard Library at 4055 Flat Shoals Rd. in Union City
WHEN: July 25 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Asia Realty’s Annual Back to School Bash
WHAT: Back to school giveaway with fun, games, and school spirit.
WHERE: 1657 Phoenix Boulevard in College Park
WHEN: July 26 from 12-3 p.m.
Rockdale County Back to School Bash
WHAT: Join us for the Back to School Bash on and celebrate the new school year with fun activities, giveaways, and family-friendly entertainment.
WHERE: The Lawn @ Wheeler Park at 1400 Parker Rd. in Conyers
WHEN: July 26th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Glam Passions Events Back 2 School Bash
WHAT: Come join us for a day of fun and celebration as we kick off the new school year in style. Organizers say there will be exciting games, activities, bounce houses, food, free haircuts and more.
WHERE: 3454 Memorial Dr. in Decatur
WHEN: July 26 from 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Macy’s Back-to-School Fashion Show & Expo 2025
WHAT: Giveaway of school supplies, games, a live fashion show, food and music.
WHERE: 5000 North Point Cir. in Alpharetta
WHEN: July 27 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
WHAT: United Church is scheduled to host a free community event that includes a fun-filled day with games, and giveaways they kick off the new school year.
WHERE: 1775 Water Place in Atlanta
WHEN: Aug. 2 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Children’s Business Fair & Back to School Giveaway
WHAT: Fun-filled day featuring school supplies giveaways and an event where young entrepreneurs can show their creativity and business skills, officials say.
WHERE: D7 Lounge at 437 Hairston Way in Stone Mountain
WHEN: Aug. 2 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Atlanta Pediatric Partners Back 2 School Event
WHAT: Get ready for the new school year with our FREE Back to School Event! Come grab a free book bag with school supplies.
WHERE: 4579 S. Cobb Dr. Ste. 300 in Smyrna
WHEN: Aug. 2 from 9 - 11 a.m.
WHAT: The Children Soar Inc is hosting a fun-filled day of activities and giveaways to help students gear up for the new school year.
WHERE: Liberty International Church Door of Hope Ministries at 1362 Metropolitan Pkwy. in Atlanta
WHEN: Aug. 2 from 12- 4 p.m.
FREE School Supplies & Back to School Community Fair
WHAT: Back-to-school season is here and we’re celebrating with a community fair! Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with others and enjoy some fun activities.
WHERE: 4033 Louise St. in Powder Springs
WHEN: Aug. 3 from 1 -4 p.m.
Cobb County Backpacks and Badges School Supplies Drive
WHAT: The Cobb County Police Department and Cool Kids Committee Inc. are hosting the 9th Annual Backpacks and Badges School Supply Drive. Backpacks will be loaded with school supplies & will be distributed at National Night Out on August 5.
WHERE: Donations can be dropped off at the Cobb County Police Department or Austell Market Suites at 5000 Austell Powder Spring Rd. Ste. 313
WHEN: Aug. 5
End of Summer Bash: Back to School Finale
WHAT: Dreams for Darrius Inc. is hosting a back to school event and end of the summer bash that features free backpacks filled with school supplies, free food and beverages, a bounce house for all ages, music and more.
WHERE: Mozley Park at 1565 Martin Luther King Dr. in Atlanta
WHEN: Aug. 16 from Noon - 5 p.m.
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