Back-to-school supplies

Being prepared for the new school year sets up students for success. However, it can be difficult to get everything you need for the classroom when you can’t afford it. Thankfully there are non-profit organizations in Stark County that offer affordable options, help families pay for items or offer free school supplies.

For example, have you ever considered shopping at stores like Goodwill during back-to-school time? Goodwill carries many gently used items like bookbags, but also stocks brand new items like pencils and glue as school approaches. To find the store nearest you, see the list below or visit GoodwillGoodSkills.org.

Affordable or free school supplies

ASPIRE Today: Community Outreach

Each year, Aspire hosts a back-to-school giveaway and event in Canton, Ohio.
320 3rd Street Northwest
Canton, OH 44702

Goodwill Industries – Alliance

12501 W State St
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 821-4880
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Goodwill Industries – Atlantic Blvd NE

2630 Atlantic Blvd NE
Canton, OH 44705
Phone: (330) 456-8020
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Goodwill Industries – Canal Fulton

2254 Locust St
Canal Fulton, OH 44614
Phone: (330) 854-3453
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Goodwill Industries – Massillon

2745 Indian River Rd
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 833-9825
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Goodwill Industries - North Canton

7257 Fulton Drive NW
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 234-348-9003

Goodwill Industries – N Main St

1230 N Main St
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 494-2464
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 am
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9:00 am - 8:00 am
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9:00 am - 8:00 am
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9:00 am - 8:00 am
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9:00 am - 8:00 am
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9:00 am - 8:00 am

Goodwill Industries – Shuffel St NW

4101 Shuffel St NW
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 265-6345
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9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Goodwill Industries – Tuscarawas St W

4510 Tuscarawas St W
Canton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 479-8222
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Goodwill Industries – Whipple Ave NW

4379 Whipple Ave NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (234) 360-8564
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11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Helping Hands Network

Clothes and shoes for Sandy Valley Local School District students.  
126 South Main St.
Waynesburg, OH 44688
Phone: (330) 866-2005
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9:00 am - 11:30 am
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9:00 am - 11:30 am
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9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Ken Weber Community Campus at Goodwill

408 – 9th St SW
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: 800-942-3577

Perry Helping Perry: Clothes Closet

Clothing and supplies for Perry Local School District students.
5038 Tuscarawas St W
Canton, OH 44708
Phone: 330-737-1281
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10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Perry Helping Perry

A community-based organization that exists to provide needed support for Perry residents Food pantry, clothing, school supplies and more
  • Food Pantry Non-perishable food and toiletries 3rd Saturday of each month 9am – 12pm Trinity United Methodist Church 3757 Lincoln Way E Massillon, OH 44646
  • Clothes Closet Clothing for infants, children, and adults 5038 W Tuscarawas St Canton, OH 44708 Tuesday, Wednesday, & Saturday 10am – 4pm Thursday 10am – 7pm
  • Backpacks Provide backpacks and school supplies for families in need In partnership with Whipple Heights Alliance Church Click here for application
  • Sack Snacks Weekend snacks for school age children Prepared throughout the school year by Perry Helping Perry volunteers. They are distributed to all the schools in the Perry Local School District and discreetly given to qualifying children
  • Bikes Provides donated bikes to children and adults Give us a call at 330-737-1281 or send us an email
  • Christmas Giveaway Help families provide gifts and stocking stuffers for their children In partnership with Perry Christian Church Click here for application
Phone: (330) 737-1281

Project KARE

Project KARE organizes a back-to-school event each year to provide school supplies for foster families and children in need.
221 3rd St NE
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 452-4661
Fax: (888) 698-6893