Help Get Students Back to School Ready!

It is officially summer, but before you know it, our students will be getting ready to go back to school! Here at Grace Place, we are focusing on the importance of school supplies and the impact they have on students' learning experience.

For many children, the back-to-school season is filled with anticipation and excitement. However, for others, it can be a source of anxiety and stress, primarily due to the lack of access to essential school supplies. A staggering number of students face economic hardships that prevent them from acquiring the basic tools they need to thrive academically.

This is where our community can make a tremendous difference. By coming together and donating backpacks filled with essential supplies, we can provide these deserving students with the resources they need to succeed. Having access to proper school supplies not only enables them to participate fully in classroom activities but it also fosters a sense of belonging and boosts their self-esteem.

Grace Place is working to gather backpacks for the students in our Elementary through High School programs, as well as for students in the community. Our goal this year is to provide 600 students with backpacks to empower them to reach their full potential.

There are many ways to help this year from individuals purchasing, packing, and delivering full backpacks; to businesses, churches, and organizations putting on collections, drives, or even a full-on assembly day with their teams! If you aren't in Naples this summer and would still like to help, you can donate through our website at www.graceplacenaples.org. Your contribution will go towards our Back to School efforts! 

This year, our Back to School Bash is on Saturday, July 22nd. We ask that all backpack donations are received by Friday, July 14th, 2023. If you have any questions, please reach out to Colleen Durham at 239-255-7213 or colleen.durham@graceplacenaples.org.

By supporting this cause, you will not only make a tangible difference in the lives of students but also contribute to the growth and prosperity of our community. Every child who receives a backpack filled with school supplies will carry your generosity with them throughout their educational journey.