Back-to-School 2026
Free school supply kits for children in need across Fort Myers, Lake Worth, and Fort Pierce. Every child deserves to start the school year prepared.
Dates and locations will be announced on Facebook. Events are free and open to all.
What Every Child Receives
Each sponsored kit is packed with the essentials every K–12 student needs to start strong.
Backpack
Notebooks & folders
Pencils & pens
Ruler & scissors
Crayons / colored pencils
Composition book
Health screenings (on-site)
A1C / blood pressure check
Health screenings (A1C, blood pressure, vision) are provided on-site at every event by AHVED Santé Plus health coaches — free, no appointment needed.
Three Florida Locations
Events run across our three South Florida chapters. Dates will be confirmed and posted on Facebook.
Lee County
Fort Myers
Details coming soon. Follow us on Facebook.
Palm Beach County
Lake Worth
Details coming soon. Follow us on Facebook.
St. Lucie County
Fort Pierce
Details coming soon. Follow us on Facebook.
Who Is Eligible
- ✓K–12 students in Lee, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties
- ✓All nationalities and backgrounds welcome
- ✓No documentation required
- ✓First come, first served while supplies last
- ✓Children must be present to receive kit
How It Works
- 1Follow AHVED on Facebook to get the confirmed date for your city
- 2Arrive at the event with your child(ren)
- 3Check in at the registration table
- 4Receive your school supply kit — free, no cost
- 5Visit the health screening station (optional, free)
Sponsor a Child
$25 = One Complete School Kit
Every dollar goes directly to school supplies. No administrative markup on kit costs. A $25 gift sponsors one child's full kit — backpack, notebooks, pencils, and more.
Volunteer at BTS 2026
We need volunteers at all three events — registration, kit assembly, distribution, child check-in, and health screening support. No experience required.
- Setup & teardown
- Kit assembly and distribution
- Registration table
- Health screening support
- Child check-in & crowd flow
Help us spread the word
Share with families who have children in school age — every share helps us reach more kids.