Free back to school supplies in Indianapolis.
Free back to school supplies, uniforms and clothes are given out in the Indianapolis area. Find charities, churches and local places that help kids from low-income families. There will be everything from tech products to backpacks, writing material and more, with some classroom stuff for teachers too. Find where to get free back to school supplies in Indianapolis.
The assistance programs start in the summer and wrap up in early fall. The back to school supply giveaways rely on donations from the public, but kids may get Chromebooks, backpacks full of items such as pens or binders, lunch boxes and more. Many students in the Indianapolis area also need electronics for distance learning, and tablets, Chromebooks and other items are offered. There are also free clothes programs in Marion County that may be an option
All the charities give out free school items on a first-come served basis. Always apply early. In addition, the family may be given personal hygiene kits for students and other help. Get details below.
List of back to free Indianapolis school supply giveaways
Catholic Charities
Location is 1400 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Call (317) 236-1500
There is a Crisis Office. They give out free items, including school supplies and hygiene kits to kids. Students from immigrants and single mom run homes in Indianapolis can get free school supplies too.
Abundant Life Church
The charity is at 7606 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46256. Call (317) 845-4900
There is a Community Services groups that helps students of all agers. Get free clothes for school, sneakers, pro-tractors, backpacks, pens, notepads and more.
Volunteers of America Indianapolis
The non-profit is at 4181 E 96th St #120, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Operation Backpack or Operation School Bell collect school supplies, gift cards, clothes, sneakers and more from the Marion County community. Those supplies are then given to local public schools, that provide the school stuff to kids in need. All grades can apply. Call your local school district to apply, or the main number is (844) 980-1862.
Westminster Neighborhood Services
Main address is 2325 E New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46201. Call (317) 632-9785
An annual back to school supply giveaways takes place. There are items such as binders, crayons, dry eraser boards and more. The non-profit also gives free food during an event to students.
Teachers' Treasures
Location is 1800 E 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201. Dial (317) 264-1758
Teachers in Indianapolis schools can get free or low-cost items for their classroom. Whether supplies like erasers, highlighters, calculators or something else, other classroom supplies can be passed out too.
Indianapolis and Marion County Urban League
Main site is at 777 Indiana Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Call (317) 693-7603
They have programs such as a Kids Zone. Low-income households will get books, clothes (including for adults) and other goods. They also have after school events, mentoring programs for kids from the inner city, snacks for students and other support.
Salvation Army of Marion County
Free seasonal programs are offered for low-income families, including a back to school giveaway. Based on donations, students will be clothes, sneakers, coats and more. Backpacks will have writing material, books, and maybe small Chromebooks too. More on Salvation Army Indianapolis.
Helping Other People Succeed (H.O.P.S.)
Location is 2110 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46228. Call (317) 982-7166
Multiple assistance programs are offered. Clothes, food, school supplies for students and more is passed out. A backpack may have items, based on grades, like a ruler, index cards, highlighters, crayons and other goods.
Public Service organizations
Each year local government agencies, such as the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Fire stations, hospitals and others hand out free backpacks full of school supplies to kids. Often the Indianapolis Public Schools do the same too for kids living in poverty, but all grades from K-12 can apply to services such as Back to School Festival. Non-profits and local Marion County companies also participate too, such as Indy Hygiene Hub, Hensley Legal Group. Call 211 United Way for details.
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