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700 Detroit kids shop for free clothes, supplies at Back 2 School Store
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Amaya Kuznicki , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· August 9, 2026
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Key takeaway The Back 2 School Store has been held for 13 years, and this year's event took place on a Sunday, ahead of the first day of classes.
In Detroit , an event was held to help kids prepare for the upcoming school year. The Back 2 School Store, organized by the National Council of Jewish Women Michigan, provided free clothes and supplies to approximately 700 children. The store was set up to allow kids to shop on their own, with each child paired with a personal shopper.
This unique setup gave kids the freedom to choose their own items, including brand-new clothing and school supplies. Further details about the event, including its location and the organization behind it, are available from the source. The Back 2 School Store has been held for 13 years, and this year's event took place on a Sunday, ahead of the first day of classes.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 9, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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