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Operation Back to School
Serving the school supply needs of our community's families and students.
10th Annual Operation Back to School
This year's PreK - 8th grade event will be held July 27, 2025 from 3 - 5 PM in Fountain Park in Van Wert. Operation Back to School is a community led event serving the students of Van Wert county. Families of children in PreK through grade 8 should register by midnight on July 14 using the link below.
Please know this year we will not be making school specific supply bags. We are working to provide as many items on your list as possible. You may receive items your list didn't ask for or not receive a few they did. Thanks for your understanding
This year's event for High School students grade 9 - 12 will be held August 21, 2025 from 2:30 - 6:00 PM in the Goedde Building gym. At this event, students will be able to select their school supplies. Parents will not be permitted. Please register for the high school event by midnight on August 17 using the link below.
We need the support of volunteers, churches, businesses and agencies to make this event possible. Please use the links below to sign up to volunteer or to pledge the support of your business, church, or agency. Questions can be directed to Teresa Shaffer at teresa.shaffer@vanwertfirst.net
Business and Agency
Businesses and agencies can volunteer, provide funds, or share a service or product at the event.