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Z Backpack Drop 2024

Z Backpack Drop 2024

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Monday August 12, 2024 marks the start of one of the biggest events of the year for Z95.5, the Z Backpack Drop Campaign. Each August, Z95.5 teams up with local sponsors to provide free backpacks and school supplies to area students and families. This year, Z95.5 will give the community 4 opportunities to get stocked up on supplies.

 

Here are the Details for the 4 Stops:

  • CFCU Cortland Rt 281 Monday August 12th 3-5pm
  • Ithaca Walmart Tuesday August 13th 4:00-5:00pm
  • Newfield Elementary School Wednesday August 14th 4:00 -5:00pm
  • CFCU East Hill Ithaca Thursday August 15th 4:00-5:00pm

We want to recognize the sponsors that helped make this program possible this year!

Backpack sponsor

CFCU
607-756-6959

Ithaca Walmart
$500 in donation
(607) 277-4510
135 Fairgrounds Memorial Pkwy, Ithaca, NY 14850

 

Aloe Barber Shop

Providing 300 Free kids cuts

Twin Sheep Dentistry 

Provided bags with supplies for kids

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