How to apply for free school supplies?

According to the National Retail Federation, the average family spends more than $600 on children's clothing, electronics and back-to-school supplies each year. And with school budgets dropping, the list of school supply families have to purchase keeps getting longer and longer. Here are ways you can save money by getting free alternatives to expensive school supplies. read more

Your Local School District. Start with your local school district. Some states, like Michigan, require school districts to provide all necessary school supplies to children receiving a free public education. In these locations, parents may voluntarily provide additional supplies, but school districts can not force them to do so. read more

Seeing as back to school shopping costs an average of $603 for elementary and secondary school or $808 for college, any savings you can glean during this retail season will help. Check out more cheap school supplies tips in the post below. read more

Charities to apply for free school supplies and clothing in 2018 There are a number of options available for working poor as well as struggling families. In addition to the charities, everyone from a local clothing closet to a church may provide free school items, such as backpacks, shoes, uniforms and book bags to children. read more

Start with this list of five sources of donated school supplies in your area. read more