Project Self-Sufficiency seeks donations of new school supplies for distribution to low income families

NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – Project Self-Sufficiency is seeking donations of new school supplies for distribution to more than 500 children and teens during the month of August.

This year, organizers are suggesting that donors sponsor a backpack for students in need; a $25 donation will purchase and fill a small backpack with the key supplies needed for elementary school students while a $50 donation will purchase and fill a large backpack with key supplies for middle and high school students.

To make a monetary donation, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org/school-supplies.

For those who prefer to shop, a wish list of items has been prepared, including new backpacks, crayons, pencils, erasers, glue sticks, scissors, pens, spiral notebooks, and loose-leaf paper. Backpacks in solid and neutral colors are preferred.  Backpacks and supplies will be distributed to more than 500 students at a festive Back to School Fair in August and at other events throughout the school year.

Those who need backpacks and school supplies can call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to be put on the distribution list.

For information about donating school supplies, or to inquire about any of the programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500, or visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org.