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Where to get free supplies, resources in San Antonio for back-to-school season

Some giveaways include, haircuts, backpacks and more

Generic photo of "Back to School" written on a notebook. (Pixabay)

SAN ANTONIO – While most school districts have returned to the classroom, there are still some that are preparing for the new school year.

To help families transition to the new school year, several places are hosting back-to-school giveaways.

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>> LIST: Back-to-school start dates for San Antonio-area districts

Here’s a list of where you can find free resources in the San Antonio area:

Gardopia Gardens

The nonprofit organization will host a Back-to-School Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon on Aug. 16, at 619 N. New Braunfels Ave.

School supplies and produce will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. The event will also feature local vendors, live music and more.

Click here for more details.

Gospel Vision

The 22nd annual Back-to-School giveaway is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 16 at Greater Love Missionary Baptist Church, 1534 Peck Ave.

The event will feature free backpack giveaways, haircuts, food, shoes and more. All children must be present.

Gunslingerz Barbershop

The barbershop is partnering with several businesses to feature a Back-to-School event from 2-6 p.m. on Aug. 16 at 19770 Somerset Road, Suite #1.

The event will feature haircut specials for children and teachers, mini photo shoots, snow cones and more.

For more information, click here.

Milan Institute-Ingram Campus

Families can head over to the Milan Institute-Ingram Campus for its Back-to-School event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 16 at 6804 Ingram Road.

There will be a backpack giveaway, free haircuts, vendors and more

Click here for more details.

This story will be updated as more events are announced.


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