DALLAS — We know summer officially just started, but if Dallas families want a jump on receiving school supplies, registration is now open for the 27th annual Dallas Mayor’s Back-to-School Fair.
The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 4, at Fair Park’s centennial and automobile buildings -- located at 3809 Grand Avenue.
The deadline to register for the event is Friday, July 29.
The fair is a collaborative partnership between the City of Dallas, Dallas ISD, nonprofits, corporations and community volunteers.
This year, the Junior League of Dallas will head the event and recruit, train and support the more than 500 event volunteers.
“Education is one of our core impact areas, and we strongly believe that our children should have all the necessary tools to be successful in school," Junior League of Dallas President Christina N. Eubanks said.
"This annual fair is the perfect way to serve our community and leverage our trained volunteers to alleviate the financial burden of school supplies and other preparations required for students to achieve and excel throughout the school year.”
During the fair, Dallas students in grades Pre-K through 12 and their families will be provided with essential school supplies, valuable services and resources.
All families are required to pre-register to attend the event. Visit https://www.mayorsbacktoschoolfair.com/ to do so.
“I am consistently reminded that Dallas is strong because our people are strong,” Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson said. “The Dallas community’s support of this event is further proof. Together, we will ensure that Dallas children have the opportunities they need to learn and grow this upcoming school year.”
Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Elizalde echoed the above sentiments, saying, "The Dallas Mayor’s Back-to-School Fair shows how committed Dallas is to getting all our kids what they need to succeed in school.”
Here are the eligibility requirements
Families need to meet certain income requirements and must be Dallas residents to be eligible for the event.
For Dallas ISD students, families must provide proof that the student attends a Dallas ISD school by providing student ID number.
For students attending other schools who live in the city of Dallas, families must provide a valid photo ID, city of Dallas proof of residency and verify income is at or to the right of the 2020 Federal Poverty Guidelines.