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School Supply Drive for Foster Kids

Summer vacation is underway, but a new school year is right around the corner. For local foster kids who might be headed to a new school, this time of year can bring concern about fitting in and keeping up academically. Having the necessary school supplies can help ease their worry and allow them to focus on learning. To help, Mattress Firm is hosting its School Supply Drive for Foster Kids, offering a simple template for the community to donate.

Purchase a few of the most needed items, like new backpacks, 3-ring binders and multi-subject notebooks. Drop them off at any Mattress Firm store. And encourage friends and family to do the same. 

Here are the details:

WHAT: Mattress Firm’s School Supply Drive for Foster Kids

WHEN: Now – Sunday, August 27th

WHERE: Donations of new school supplies can be dropped off at any Mattress Firm store. Use the store locator at www.mattressfirm.com to find your nearest location. The most requested items include new backpacks, 3-ring binders, multi-subject notebooks, and packs of pens and pencils.

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