Minnesota back-to-school collection to benefit local kids
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Shopko stores will collect school supplies as part of the “Tools for School” program beginning Sat., July 12 for families served by The Salvation Army.
“Believe it or not, back-to-school time can be more stressful on parents than children,” said Lt. Colonels Robert Thomson, Salvation Army Northern Division leader. “We are hoping to take some of that burden off of mom and dad, so they can help make returning to school exciting for their kids.”
Lists of supplies needed and donation drop-off boxes will be located at more than 30 Shopko stores in Minnesota and North Dakota. Simply shop and drop donations off at Shopko from July 12 through August 8. Donations of new school supplies will also be accepted at Salvation Army Worship and Service Centers.
Financial gifts to purchase supplies can be mailed to your local Salvation Army or to The Salvation Army Northern Division, 2445 Prior Ave., Roseville, MN, 55113. Please note the donation is for school supplies. You can also give online and write “school supplies” in the specific use field.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Northern Division has been serving Minnesota and North Dakota communities since 1886. Today the Northern Division serves in all 140 counties of both states, providing food, shelter, clothing, youth programs and other critical services to more than 480,000 people per year. To volunteer with The Salvation Army or make a donation, call 651-746-3400 or toll free at 800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769). Find us on social media at Facebook.com/SalvationArmyNorth and Twitter at @salarmynorth