The start of a new school year can bring up a lot of feelings: delight about seeing friends, nervousness to try out for a new organization, excitement in learning new things. For some children and families, this start can also be a time of stress and uncertainty as they navigate every back-to-school necessity and expense.

Join us as Youth In Need begins our 2020 Adopt-A-Class supplies drive. Your generosity can equip more than 10,000 children in eastern Missouri with the tools they need for a successful school year, both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition to the items typically required for school, Youth In Need clients need additional support to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Supplies benefit children, teens and families in Youth In Needs early childhood development services, youth residential programs, foster care case management, school-based counseling, homeless street outreach and positive youth development programs.

A donation of just $10 could help provide a backpack, a set of hygiene items or a hot lunch for a child in need.

You can also support Adopt-A-Class by purchasing items directly from the Amazon Charity Wish List or collecting items from our general wish list. By supporting our Adopt-A-Class drive, you will be directly helping the thousands of children and families that Youth In Need serves. To discuss the best fit for you, the biggest needs, or if you have any questions, please contact me at (636) 757- 9334 or ashepherd@youthinneed.org.