School Supply Lists

Back-to-School Support

Backpacks & School Supplies: Apply for Tools for School through The Outreach Centre:

• https://theoutreachcentre.org/donate/tools-for-schools

Blackfalds Back To School Program Apply before August 11, 2025

• https://www.blackfalds.ca/p/subsidized-programs

School Food Programs

• Contact your school in August or September to learn about support options such as school-based breakfast and snack programs, The Mustard Seed lunch program (theseed.ca/blog/red-deer-school-lunch-program), or the Salvation Army weekend backpack program (salvationist.ca/articles/meal-program-fills-a-gap).

School Shoes

• Love in the Laces provides school shoes for children whose families do not have the means to purchase them. Contact your school to request a referral.

Salvation Army Community Ministries Clothing Bank

• If your family needs fall or winter clothing, the Salvation Army Clothing Bank is offering a back to school giveaway. While dates aren’t confirmed yet, they are expected in August and September.
• Call 403-346-2251 starting early August for more info
•  4837 54 St, Red Deer, AB T4N 2G5
• Winter Wear: The Red Deer Christmas Bureau offers the Coats for Kids and Families program. Please check their website early in the fall, as the pickup window is brief. reddeerchristmasbureau.com/coats-for-kids  or call 403-347-2210 for details