back-to-school resources

Back-to-school time is right around the corner, and it’s time get prepared. We’ve compiled a list of available resources across the state. Just scroll down to your area to view what’s happening in your community.

A few reminders:

  • Now is the time to start setting the daily routine. Start moving bedtimes back now to help your children get into the habit of being better rested and more prepared when the first day of school arrives.
  • If possible, start getting ready to go to bed (brushing teeth, putting on pajamas, reading a bedtime story) an hour before its time to get in bed and go to sleep.
  • Exposure to electronic screens too close to bedtime has been shown to affect our ability to fall asleep. Try to end screen time at least 2 hours before bed.
  • Have conversations with your children about going back to school. Ask what they are looking forward to and what they are nervous about and give them space to talk about it. Helping children mentally prepare will make the transition easier when the first day of school arrives.

Statewide

The Salvation Army is providing back-to-school supplies and clothing. Families can apply for support in person by visiting their local Salvation Army location.

​Albuquerque

Resources for free clothing, furniture and school supplies in Bernalillo can be found here.

Albuquerque Public Schools has a free clothing bank for all APS students.

Clovis

Back to school Supply Giveaway on Saturday, August 7, 11 AM–2 PM, Clovis Civic Center, 801 Schepps Blvd.

Espanola

Project RACE is hosting a back-to-school event on Saturday, August 31st from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Espanola Plaza where they will be handing out backpacks filled with school supplies, and providing activities and entertainment for children and families.

El Buen Pastor Church is hosting a backpack giveaway on Saturday, July 31st from 10 AM-12 PM at 609 Calle Rivera. They will be giving away 1,500 backpacks!

Inside Out Recovery Center in Espanola has a donation bank for community members.

Self Help is an organization that occasionally has funding flexibility and microgrants available for families.

Farmington

Farmington Municipal Schools will be providing school supplies to all students through the 12th grade.

Los Alamos

Families who live in Los Alamos or have children in Los Alamos schools can complete this school-supply request form to receive free schools supplies by July 7/30.

Self Help is an organization that occasionally has funding flexibility and microgrants available for families.

Moriarty

Moriarty School District will be providing all basic school supplies to their students for the 21–22 year per the web site.

Santa Fe

Tribal Relations is hosting a back-to-school event on Saturday, August 7th, from 9 AM to 2PM at Adventure Dental, Vision and Orthodontics where they will be handing out backpacks filled with school supplies for children.

Self Help is an organization that occasionally has funding flexibility and microgrants available for families.

Taos

Giving Tree in Taos has a food and clothing donation bank for community members:

Tucumcari

Tucumcari schools will be providing school supplies to all children up to grade 5  in collaboration with Lowe’s grocery store. Families in need can also go to Lowe’s grocery in Tucumcari to speak with the manager, or call Doyle Frasier (575) 763-6130 at the Ministry of Hope for more information.

Tribal Resources

APS Indian Education Department Back-to-school Event: IED will be distributing supplies on August 7, 2021. Here at the APS city center, 6400 Uptown Blvd. NE. Starting at 8:30–9am.

Shiprock Back-To-School Event: backpacks, school supplies and health screenings will be available at the Office of Dine Youth, Shiprock Youth Complex in Shiprock, Wednesday, August 11, 2021, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Counselor Chapter is hosting a back-to-school event on Wednesday, August 4th from 10 AM to 2 PM where they will be handing out backpacks filled with school supplies, providing health education resources, entertainment and more. Call (505) 786-2522 or (575) 568-4311 for information.

A’Gin Youth Council of Tewa Women United will be hosting a back-to-school supply drive on Saturday, July 31st from 10 AM to 1 PM at Tewa Women United in Espanola, 912 Fairview Ln.