Westside Church of Christ Helps Tuscaloosa Students Start School

The Westside Church of Christ is hosting a Community Backpack and School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, August 1, from 11 a.m. until all supplies are distributed. The event will be held at the church located at 2925 17^th Street, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 35401.

According to the press release, “This event is open to the entire community. We look forward to serving local families and helping students start the school year prepared and encouraged.”

Providing free backpacks and school supplies helps ease the financial burden on families facing rising back-to-school costs while giving students an equal opportunity to begin the school year prepared for success, said the organizers of the Community Backpack & School Supply Giveaway.

Giveaway Guidelines

One (1) backpack per child.

One (1) backpack may be provided to a parent or guardian/family who a child does not accompany.

Backpacks and supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Children should be present when possible.

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Rooted in faith and guided by God’s Word, Westside Church of Christ believes that serving others is a meaningful expression of Christian love.

Leadership at the church believes that caring for their neighbors, supporting those in need, and giving back to the community is their biblical call, and that they should serve with compassion, generosity, and purpose.

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