The start of the new school year may be weeks away, but local residents and organizations are already collecting donations.
A few school supplies drives are currently taking place. Here is more information:
DCCA School Supply Drive
- Applebee’s and the Dale City Civic Association (DCCA) are working together to host a school supply drive.
- Items should be dropped off at Applebee’s, 13850 Noblewood Plaza in Woodbridge, until August 7.

Flyer courtesy of the Dale City Civic Association
East End Mobile Home Park collection
- Community Liaison Helen Zurita is gathering school supplies until August 4.
- Those interested may call Zurita at 571-201-6226 or contribute to the Amazon list.
- Donors may drop off items at 9021 Centerville Road, Lot 60a, in Manassas, or request porch pick up.
House of Mercy Back to School Drive
- Community members may donate new shoes, backpacks or school supplies to children in need.
- Donations must be dropped off at 8170 Flannery Court in Manassas before July 15.
- For more information, check out the flyers below or reach out to Sophia Crooks at scrooks@houseofmercyva.org or (703) 659-1636.


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