This initiative was created to assist Hamden families who have displayed financial need and are having difficulty in providing their children with the necessary items needed for school.
- Available year-round
- Free for Hamden youth in need (Preschool to College)
School Supplies Closet Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at our main Hamden Youth Services office located at 11 Pine Street, Hamden.
Requirements
- Proof of residency is required. Please bring a valid photo ID.
- You will be asked to fill out a one page registration form. Forms are also available at the office.
Interested in Contributing?
Throughout the year, residents, schools and/or organizations are welcome to assist the "Supplies for School" project with donations.
All items may be dropped off at the main office of Hamden Youth Services Bureau at:
11 Pine Street
Hamden, CT 06514
You may drop off between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Items
We accept donations of any of the following new items:
- Backpacks
- Calculators
- Crayons and Scissors
- Glue
- Magic Markers
- Notebooks
- Pencil Sharpeners
- Pencils
- Pens
- Pocket Folders
- Rulers
- Tape
- Three Ring Binders
- Etc.
Additional Information
For more information, please Cameron Joyner call 203-777-2610, ext. 1119.