Tuscaloosa Groups & Businesses Partner For 'Operation Backpack'

Tuscaloosa AL

08 July, 2021

7:11 PM

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — Summer is quickly flying by and several local groups and businesses have once again partnered up to gather school supplies for students in Tuscaloosa before the new school year begins. Boys & Girls Clubs of West Alabama, the YMCA of Tuscaloosa, Buffalo Rock and Target have come together for "Operation Backpack," that will run through Aug. 8. Click here to subscribe to our free Tuscaloosa Daily newsletter and breaking news alerts Those who want to help in the initiative can provide a cash donation online or fill a newly purchased backpack with supplies. The backpacks can then be dropped off at Tuscaloosa Target, Buffalo Rock, the YMCA of Tuscaloosa or Boys & Girls Clubs of West Alabama Jaycee Park Unit 2. Click here to give a donation online. Here's the supply checklist for Operation Backpack One new backpackOne one-subject composition booksTwo spiral notebooksOne package of loose leaf paper (wide-ruled)Two 24-pack of crayons or 8-pack of markers or colored pencils. One package of No. 2 pencilsTwo medium size pink erasersOne pair of child safety scissorsOne two-pocket folderOne glue bottle/glue stickOne bottle of hand sanitizerOne can of Lysol spray or one back of baby wipesOne box of KleenexA personalized note for the recipientHave a news tip or suggestion on how I can improve Tuscaloosa Patch? Maybe you're interested in having your business become one of the latest sponsors for Tuscaloosa Patch? Email all inquiries to me at [email protected].