As Newark families count down to the first day of school, city leaders, local churches, nonprofits, and other groups are stepping in to help cover the cost of getting students ready.
Backpacks, notebooks, pencils, uniforms, and even haircuts can strain a family’s budget before classes start. A typical basket of school supplies will cost families nearly 8% more than last year, according to an analysis by Groundwork Collaborative and The Century Foundation.
Organizations across Newark are hosting giveaways to help close that gap. Here is a list of back-to-school events happening this August.
Saturday, Aug. 15
Essentially Yours From the Heart is hosting a Back-to-School Community Giveback. The event is free for all families, but children must be present. …