As families across North Texas prepare for the first day of school, Dream Center Dallas is inviting the community to a morning focused on helping local children start the year with confidence.

On Saturday, August 1, beginning at 10 a.m., Dream Center Dallas will host its annual Back-to-School event at 1900 S. Ewing Ave., Dallas, TX 75216, providing free backpacks, school supplies and shoes for children while supplies last.

With the cost of school essentials continuing to rise, the event helps ease the financial burden for local families while creating a fun day for the community. Children must be present to receive supplies, which will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

In addition to receiving school essentials, families can enjoy games, food and activities throughout the morning, making it a celebration as students prepare for a new school year.

"Every child deserves to begin the school year feeling confident, prepared and supported," said Kacie Kintz, Director of Dream Center Dallas. "Our annual Back-to-School event is about more than providing backpacks and school supplies. It's about showing families that their community is behind them and investing in the success of every student."

Community members who would like to support the event can still get involved by volunteering or making a donation.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

• Time: 10 a.m.

• Location: Dream Center Dallas, 1900 S. Ewing Ave., Dallas, TX 75216

Volunteer: https://www.dreamcenterdallas.com/events

Donate: https://dreamcenterdallas-bloom.kindful.com/

For more information about Dream Center Dallas and its year-round work serving North Texas families through education, hunger relief, homelessness outreach, addiction recovery, abuse prevention and human trafficking awareness, visit www.dreamcenterdallas.com.