HUGSS - Helping Us Give School Supplies

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Name: HUGSS - Helping Us Give School Supplies
Date: August 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM AKDT
Event Description:

Help Us Give School Supplies (HUGSS) is a back-to-school event that provides essential school supplies and backpacks to ASD students, helping them start the school year confident, prepared, and ready to learn.

This year, our goal is to distribute 5,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to ASD students.

Cost Breakdown:
  • Backpacks: At least $35,000 (not including shipping)
  • School Supplies: Estimated between $18,000-$30,000
We rely on monetary gifts, in-kind donations, and community support to reach this goal.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Become a HUGSS Sponsor
Community sponsors make this event possible. Your organization can support in several ways: 
Location:
Begich Middle School

Donation drop-off location:
ASD Education Center
5530 E Northern Lights Blvd.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Date/Time Information:
August 1st - 11 am to 7 pm
Contact Information: