Garden Neighborhood Charities, the philanthropic arm of the TD Garden, is proud to partner with The Salvation Army and The City of Boston to host the third annual Back to School Celebration. Studies have shown that children who do not have new school supplies at the beginning of the academic year often skip the first several important weeks of class because they are embarrassed and believe that they don't fit in with their peers. This event will provide a positive experience while playing a crucial role in the academic and personal lives of these children.

Pre-Register Today at The Salvation Army near you. Come join The Salvation Army, Garden Neighborhood Charities, and the city of Boston for a one day back to school celebration for children and their families! Children and their loved ones will join together for fun and festivities, as well as receive a backpack with school supplies. Children will have a chance to shoot baskets, play Bruins 'slapshot' and interact with fun activities. A broad range of 'child friendly' booths will also be set-up including; anti-bullying, child nutrition, exercise, dental, emergency preparedness, and drug prevention.

Register your children, ages 5-17, August 26th (While supplies last)

TO REGISTER, PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING:
A valid government issued picture ID (license, passport, etc.)
Birth Certificate or school record of each child, age 5-17, in your household
Current utility bill for proof of address (must reside in Boston)
Proof of financial need (MassHealth card, WIC, SSI approval letter, current pay stub, etc.)?
LOCATIONS and HOURS:
South End Corps: 1500 Washington Street, Boston
Monday - Friday 9:00am-3:30pm
Zip Codes Served: 02108, 02109, 02111-02118, 02123, 02210, 02215 and 02130
Children's Learning Center: 26 Wales Street, Dorchester
Monday - Friday 9:00am-2:00pm
Zip Codes Served: 02122, 02124 and 02126
Kroc Corps Community Center: 650 Dudley Street, Dorchester
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:00pm-4:00pm and Tuesday 4:00pm-6:00pm
Zip Codes Served: 02121, 02125, 02127, 02134, 02135 and 02210
Boston Central Corps: 23 Vernon Street, Roxbury
Tuesday - Friday 9:00am-3:00pm
Zip Codes Served: 02119, 02120, 02130, 02132, 02133, 02136 and 02137
East Boston Corps: 258 Chestnut Street, Chelsea
Monday - Friday 10:00-4:00pm *Call for an appt. 617-884-0260
Zip Codes Served: 02128 and 02129