Back to School

The Back To School Program has provided needy students, kindergarten through 12th grade, with basic school supplies and a backpack for that very important first day of school since 1990. It is a volunteer driven program with donations coming from all areas of our communities; individuals, businesses, service organizations and churches. Families are referred for the Back To School Program by Health & Human Services staff that have identified children who could benefit from the Back To School Program.

Being a part of this very worthwhile project is easy! If you would like to collect or donate new school supplies or backpacks just let us know! New backpacks or supplies can be dropped off at the address below 8 am – 4:30 pm. If you would like to make a monetary donation, a check can be made out to:

The Back To School Program

Outagamie County Dept. of Health & Human Services

Positive Youth Development

500 W. 5th St.

Appleton, WI 54911

Backpacks are distributed in time for the new school year. Donations of supplies/backpacks or monetary are greatly appreciated by early August, but are gladly taken throughout the year. If you need assistance in getting the supplies to Positive Youth Development please call (920) 832-2172.