2025-2026 School Supply Lists

Here is a list of student supplies that are helpful for student success. If this will be a hardship for your family and you can’t provide all supplies, please don’t worry about it. We’re appreciative of any donations. Supplies will be used as community supplies in the classroom, so please don’t label with your child’s name, unless noted.

School Supply Giveaway Events Around Tacoma

Back 2 School Bash

Life Center Church is hosting a free back-to-school event with free backpacks, haircuts, food & more.

  • When: August 16, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Where: Life Center Central Campus - 1717 South Union Avenue

Unstuff the Bus School Supply Giveaway

Communities in Schools is hosting a free school supply giveaway event for Pierce County students. 

  • When: August 21, 2025 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Where: McKinley Building, 3702 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404

Kids Health and Safety Fair

The Tacoma Police Department and City of Tacoma have partnered to provide this free family event. Event includes free resources, giveaways, health screenings, food, entertainment, and more.

  • When: August 23, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Where: Eastside Community Center, 1721 E 56th St, Tacoma, WA