Several organizations, churches, and businesses are hosting free giveaways for local students to help them prepare for the upcoming school year. Here are some of the ones that we have been informed of in Dillon County and the surrounding area. Take advantage of these opportunities to get free school supplies and services for your child.
Monday-Friday, July 21-25
Back 2 School Haircuts
Free for Students 4K-12th Grade
Kenneth Shuler of Cosmetology, 2443 West Lucas Street, Florence, 843-679-3778
All services performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.
Thursday, July 24, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Fourth Annual Sen. Pinckney Day of Community Service & Back 2 School Bookbag Bash
Live Performances, Free Food, Giveaways, Raffles, Free Bookbags & School Supplies
Location: Mullins Recreational Gym, North Park Street, Mullins
Sponsored by the Clementa Pinckney Foundation, Hosted by Pee Dee Community Action Partnership and Community Partners
Friday, July 25, 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Greater Florence Back To School Bash
School supplies
Prayer Tabernacle, 1210 W. Evans St., Florence
Contact: devonlong971@gmail.com or 843-508-5714
Friday, July 25, 4-7 p.m.
Community Back-To-School Giveaway
Backpacks, Paper, Pencils, Free Food, Bouncy House, Water Slide
Location: 806 East Pine Street, Florence
Hosts: Joshua McNeil and Michael Zimmerman
Saturday, July 26, 9 a.m.
The Purpose Project Backpack Blessings
Back-To-School Event
Free School Supplies, Refreshments, Face Painting, Hair Braiding, Haircuts, Wig Installs (9th-12th Grade: You must come already braided), Clothing Giveaway, and more
6-Stitch Braids All Day: Please Bring One Pack of 6-inch Hair X-Pressions Pre-Stretched
Barbers Offering Free Services
Location: Newtown Park, 1310 East Calhoun Street, Dillon
Saturday, July 26, 9 a.m.-until
Back2School School Supplies Giveaway
Presented by Twisted By T
Bookbags, Pencils, Paper, and more
Location: Learning Center across from Lake View Elementary School
Saturday, July 26, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Back-To-School Bash on Main Street
Inviting all of the students and parents from the community. There will be inflatables, music, prayer station, and much more.
Supplies Provided: Binders, Pencils, Spiral Notebooks, Notebook Paper, Crayons, Erasers, Glue, Primary Composition Books, Composition Books, Bookbags, Dividers, Folders, Lunch Boxes, Pencil Pouches
Hosted by the Dillon County Ministerial Alliance
Location; Dillon County Courthouse, 301 West Main Street, Dillon
Saturday, July 26, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.
Community Back To School Bash
Free Bookbags, School Supplies, and Doughnuts for all
Pearl Moore Basketball Center, 500 Barnes Street, Florence, SC
Saturday, July 26, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Image of Hope Fourth Annual Back-To-School Drive
Location: Shannon Wilkerson Gym, Marion, SC
Giving Away 200 Clear Backpacks, 1 inch binder, pencils, pens, colored pencils, ruler, glue sticks, folders, college rule paper, college rule notebooks, and more. Also, children’s books and hygiene goody bags.
Questions or to find out how to register, call 843-758-3598 or email imageofhope3@gmail.com.
Saturday, July 26, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Back2School Supply Giveaway
Hosted by Crescent Temple #148 and Crescent Court #143
Crescent Temple, 2088 N. Irby Street, Florence
Saturday, July 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Back To School Bash
Host: Right Direction Church International Florence Campus
Free School Supplies, Bookbags, Giveaways, Resource Information, Food, Fun, and More!
Location: 1507 West King Avenue, Florence, SC
Saturday, July 26, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Back To School Community Giveaway
Free School Supplies, Bookbags, clothing, and food
Resource information for health awareness and foster parenting recruitment
Location: 1811 South Irby Street, Suite 101, Florence
Hosted by New Grace Temple Ministries, Pastor, Bishop Michael Cook, www.newgracetemple.com
Saturday, July 26th, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Back-To-School Bash
Presented by First Friendship Baptist Church Youth Department, 511 Mullins Street, Nichols, SC
Fun, Food, Pictures, Music, Schools Supplies, Book Bags while supplies last
Saturday, July 26, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Back To School Giveaway Free event
Bookbags, School Supplies, Food
Location: Gloria’s Perfection Tax Service, 1500 West Evans Street, Florence, SC
Saturday, July 26, 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
Trinity Behavioral Care Skate Free, Drug Free Event
Free entry for all ages
Free Skating, Free Prizes, Educational Information
Martin’s Skating Center, 3128 E. Highway 76, Mullins, SC
Saturday, July 26, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Back-To-School Giveaway
Student and Teacher Supplies, Clear Backpacks, and Free Snacks
Location: New Saint Mark Missionary Baptist Church, 1123 Highway 57 South, Dillon, SC
Grades K-12
Hosted by Timple Willis. For more information, please contact 803-205-5040.
Sunday, July 27, 10:30 a.m.
Family Worship Center’s Back To School Sunday
School Supplies, George’s Funnel Cakes, Bounce Houses
Pastor Steve and Mrs. Amy will lay hands on and pray over all students and faculty for the upcoming school year.
Location: 3215 S. Cashua Dr., Florence
FWCCHURCHES.COM
Sunday, July 27, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Back To School Bash
Free event for all kids
School Supplies, Bouncy House, Games, and Prizes
602 Oakland Avenue, Florence
For more info/donations: Da’Lyn, 843-430-8239
Sunday, July 27, 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Back 2 School Giveaway
Hosted by Ty From Da Mob
Free book bags and school supplies
Free food and drinks
DJ Glizz
Bounce Houses and Water Slides
Location: 830 Green Street, Marion (Pop Dorsey Park)
Sunday, July 27, 6 p.m.
Back To School Backpack Giveaway
Giving out Bookbags from 6-7 p.m.
Movie and Food Starts at 7 p.m.
This is a community event, and everything is free!
Location: The Well Florence, 1400 West Evans St., Florence, SC
Thursday, July 31, 1-6 p.m.
Back-To-School Event
Presented by VIP (Value In Purpose)
Free Clear Backpacks while supplies last!
Children Must Be Present
Location: Gordon Elementary School
Saturday, August 2, 10:00 a.m.
YRT Back-To-School Drive
Location: Rose’s Parking Lot, Dillon, S.c.
Saturday, August 2, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Backpacks and Shoes Giveaway
Fun, Fun, Fun, Popcorn, Hot Dogs, & Games
Location: New Memorial Temple of Christ, 2062 Highway 301 North, Dillon
Pastor Joseph Graham and the Youth Department
Sunday, August 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Back 2 School 2025
Free Hairstyles and School Supplies
Location: East Nine, 100 E. Madison Street, Dillon, SC 29536
Sunday, August 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Back To School Bash
Free School Supplies, Health and Wellness Information, Haircuts, Hair Braising, and entertainment
Sponsored by First Steps, Fitness by Cory, and The Village
Location: Fitness By Cory. 100 East Madison Street, Dillon
Sunday, September 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Maepop Market School Supply Giveaway 2025
To assist students of all ages, they are giving away 50 boxes with a variety of supplies, accessories, and personal care items. Sign kids up in person at Maepop Market or by email at maepopmarket@gmail.com by September 11, 2025. Please include your child’s name, grade, and a contact number.
Location: 2806 Hwy. 9 West, Dillon
