City Welfare Department Seeks Donations of School Supplies

Since 2006, the City of Portsmouth Welfare Department has collected back-to-school supplies for children in need. The goal of this project is to level the playing field as much as possible for students from Pre-K to Post Grad, to make sure every student in the Portsmouth community has the tools they need to begin a successful school year. The first day of school is just a few short weeks away. 

This year the Welfare Department is seeking donations of new, sturdy backpacks for older kids. The Department also suggests donors might consider supplying gift cards which can be mailed (c/o Welfare Department, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth NH 03801) or left in the gray drop box in front of City Hall. Gift cards in small denominations that can be used at any store where school supplies can be purchased are the best choice. 

To make arrangements to donate supplies, please contact the Welfare Department at 603-610-7267 between 9 am and 1 pm or email welfare@cityofportsmouth.com with any questions or concerns.