The Project Backpack distribution of free backpacks and school supplies for students in preschool to eighth grade is on Friday, Aug. 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Chi Mukwa Community Recreation Center in Sault Ste. Marie.

If back to school gear is a financial hardship on your family, please join us! No income requirements.

It's fun for the whole family! It’s a way to kick off the new school year in a positive fashion with free hotdogs, drinks, bounce house, kid’s games, school supplies, free child ID program, free vision screening and more!

For information on volunteering, call United Way of the EUP at 906‑632‑3700, extension 3.

Find a drop off box at Sault Tribe administration or call Lisa Moran for more details at 906‑635‑6050, extension 26702.