Free Back-to-School Essentials: Your Guide to Giveaways in Indianapolis

As the 2025–26 academic year approaches, Indianapolis families can take advantage of numerous back-to-school giveaways designed to assist students. Here’s a comprehensive overview: **Saturday, July 19** - **Indy Hygiene Hub — Back to School Bash** Timing: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Venue: 9511 Angola Court Offerings include backpacks, hygiene kits, period products, haircuts, immunizations, and vendor booths. Early registration suggested at indyhygienehub.org/events/back-to-school-bash. - **Diversity Church — North Indy Back to School Bash** Timing: To be announced Venue: 2415 E. 72nd St. Free backpacks stocked with school supplies will be distributed to families. - **Indianapolis Black Firefighters Association — Back-to-School Giveaway** Timing: 12 – 2 p.m. Venue: Martin University Parking Lot, 2186 N. Sherman Dr. Students receive complimentary backpacks and educational materials, alongside community resources. - **New Beginnings Church — Backpack Giveaway and Community Day** Timing: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Venue: 2125 N. German Church Road Participants can grab backpacks filled with supplies, engage in 3-on-3 basketball, and meet Colts cornerback Julius “JuJu” Brents. **Sunday, July 20** - **Catch the Stars Foundation — Back to School Celebration** Timing: 2 – 4 p.m. Venue: Newfields, 4000 N. Michigan Road 1,000 backpacks, haircuts, and more will be available—registration at catchthestars.org is necessary...

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