The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a back to school backpack collection at the office for kids in foster care in Spartanburg County.
The children range from age 4-12 and approximately 100-150 kids are in need. Backpacks and school supplies can be dropped off at the Sheriff's Office at 8045 Howard Street, Spartanburg.
Side note, the kids LOVE character backpacks! All supplies will be distributed to the foster kids as they begin their school year.
Should you have any questions, please contact the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office at (864) 503-4654. THE DEADLINE FOR COLLECTING SUPPLIES IS AUGUST 2ND.
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