Boys and Girls Club, Chase Bank Host Back-to-School Fair in St. Louis
The Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis, in partnership with Chase Bank, held a back-to-school fair at the Matthews-Dickey Club in St. Louis, distributing 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to children. The event also offered access to…
St. Louis, MO, August 1, 2026 —
The Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis, in collaboration with Chase Bank, organized a back-to-school fair on Saturday at the Matthews-Dickey Club located in St. Louis. The event aimed to support local students as they prepare for the upcoming academic year.
During the fair, approximately 500 backpacks, each filled with essential school supplies, were distributed to children in attendance. This initiative is intended to alleviate some of the financial burdens faced by families at the start of the school year.
In addition to the backpack distribution, the event provided attendees with valuable resources and opportunities. Families were able to register children for the Boys and Girls Club’s after-school programs, which offer a safe and enriching environment for young people. Furthermore, financial literacy sessions were available, offering guidance on managing personal finances. Various community resources were also on-site to connect families with needed services.
The partnership between the Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis and Chase Bank highlights a community effort to ensure students have the necessary tools and support for a successful educational journey. The Matthews-Dickey Club served as the central hub for these activities, facilitating access for numerous families.
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