Free back-to-school giveaways are kicking off soon in Macon, Warner Robins. What to know
As students in Bibb and Houston counties prepare to return to classrooms, local organizations and community leaders want to ensure they score free supplies for the school year.
Several back-to-school giveaways in Middle Georgia will take place starting July 13, offering hair cuts, entertainment, food and more for youth with accompanying guardians.
Houston County School District students will return for the 2024-25 school year on July 31. Bibb County School District students will return on August 5.
Here’s a list of some upcoming community giveaways in Macon:
Humanitarian Gang Inc.
When: July 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: U Create Macon Innovation Center at 1065 Anthony Road
What: Humanitarian Gang Inc. will host a drive-thru giveaway event that will take place across the street from the Ballard-Hudson Middle School while supplies last. Raffle ticket winners will also be selected to win a free haircut. Food, refreshments and more raffles will be there. Find more info here.
Forrest B. Johnson & Associates
When: July 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Buck Melton Community Center at 150 Sessions Drive
What: Forrest B. Johnson & Associates’ annual Back2School Bash will be giving away free bookbags and other school supplies while they last. The event will also have free food, haircuts and entertainment for children. Local vendors will also offer fun activities and additional giveaways. See more details on Forrest B. Johnson & Associates’ Facebook page.
AJ’s Foundation
When: July 20 from noon until supplies last
Where: Tattnall Square Park Pavilion at 1155 College St.
What: AJ’s Foundation third annual Back to School Supply Drive will be giving away a variety of items, including bookbags, notebooks, arts and craft supplies and more. Lunch will also be provided. Call 706-623-8434 for more information.
Highland Hills Baptist Church
When: July 21 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Where: 1370 Briarcliff Road
What: Highland Hills Baptist Church will host its Back-to-School Bash and Touch-a-Truck event. The free event will give away 100 backpacks filled with school supplies for all elementary school aged children. Visit the church’s website for more information.
The Law Office of Mahdi Abdur-Rahman
When: July 27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 3640 Eisenhower Parkway
What: The Law Office of Mahdi Abdur-Rahman will sponsor the sixth annual Back to School Bash. The event will distribute free uniforms, bookbags, school supplies, hygiene bags and more to students. Mobile barbers will also be onsite for haircuts. Contact 470-225-8642 or 478-957-4693 for more information or to donate items.
Macon Bibb County Parks and Recreation
When: August 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Elaine Lucus Senior Center at 132 Willie Smokie Glover Drive
What: The Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation will host its annual Back to School event, where parents, students, teachers and community members can celebrate the start of the new academic year. Free school supplies will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. The event will also feature information booths, live music, food and more. Contact the recreation center for more information.
Hope 4 Healing Inc.
When: August 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Rosa Jackson Recreation Center at 1211 Maynard St.
What: Hope 4 Healing Inc. will host a Back to School Bash featuring free food, haircuts, prizes, bookbags and more. Visit the organization’s Facebook page for more information or to donate items.
Here’s a list of upcoming community giveaways in Warner Robins:
First Baptist Church of Garmon Street
When: July 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: New Beginning Outreach Ministries Childcare Center at 620 Wellborn Road
What: First Baptist Church of Garmon Street’s will kick off its third annual Back to School Bash, offering free bookbags to children. Live music, food trucks, face painting and more will be featured at the event. The event has a Facebook page for more information.
This list will be updated as more events are announced.
