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As the new school year approaches, many families in Hamburg are gearing up for the necessary purchases such as notebooks, gym bags, and school backpacks. However, for some families, these expenses can be overwhelming. To help alleviate this burden, several organisations have initiated a donation action called "Fair start to school for all children". This article provides a step-by-step guide on how you can contribute to this worthy cause.
## Steps to Donate
1. Identify Local Organizations: Search for charitable organisations or community centres in Hamburg that support educational initiatives. These organisations often have programs dedicated to providing school supplies to children.
2. Contact Local Schools: Reach out to schools in Hamburg to see if they have any programs or affiliation with organisations collecting used school supplies. Schools may have connections with local charities or collection drives.
3. Community Centers and Libraries: Many community centres and public libraries host collection drives for school supplies. Contact them to see if they are participating in any such initiatives.
4. Online Platforms: Utilise social media platforms or local online forums to spread the word about your donation. Post about the items you have to donate and ask if anyone is collecting for a specific "Fair start to school" initiative.
5. Local Government Offices: Sometimes, local government offices or social services departments coordinate with community initiatives. They might have information on who is collecting donations for school supplies.
6. Charitable Organizations: Look for well-known charities in Hamburg that focus on children's education and outreach. They might accept donations of used school supplies or know of other organisations that do.
## Example of Organisations to Consider
- Hrnstiftung: Although not specifically focused on school supplies, they support educational initiatives across Northern Germany, which might include partnering with local organisations collecting school supplies.
- Global Citizen: Although not directly focused on Hamburg, they collaborate on broader educational and social initiatives worldwide, which could inspire or connect you with local Hamburg efforts.
## Tips
- Ensure the backpacks and accessories are in good condition and suitable for reuse. - If donating to an organisation, consider asking for a receipt, as this might be useful for tax purposes, depending on your location.
By following these steps, you can find a suitable outlet for your donation and support children in Hamburg as they start the new school year.
## Donation Details
Donations can be made in collection boxes. The city libraries are donating 1500 gym bags for the donation action. A total of 1800 backpacks are needed for the donation action, and early donation is encouraged. 8000 Tabaluga school bags will be given to donors while supplies last.
The Budnianer Hilfe, Hanseatic Help, Budni, and several Hamburg Rotary Clubs are organising the donation action. The donation action is supported by numerous partners, including the Carlsen publishing house, which is providing 3000 books for the donation action.
This year marks the tenth anniversary of the "Fair start to school for all children" donation action. Hanseatic Help, Budnianer Hilfe, Budni, and several Hamburg Rotary Clubs are organising the donation action "Fair start to school for all children" for the tenth time. The success of the donation action relies on donors like you.
Claudia Meister of Hanseatic Help states, "The start of school should be a celebration for everyone, not just for those whose parents can afford it." Expensive school backpacks with accessories can cost up to 250 euros, which is unaffordable for many families with little income. By donating your used, well-maintained backpacks and accessories, you can make a significant difference in a child's life.
So, let's work together to ensure that every child in Hamburg starts the new school year with the necessary supplies, ready to learn and grow.
- To support a child's lifestyle and education-and-self-development, consider donating used school supplies, such as notebooks, gym bags, and school backpacks, to charitable organizations in Hamburg, as part of the "Fair start to school for all children" donation action.
- For those passionate about fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden, you too can contribute to this worthy cause by donating reusable accessories, like backpacks and gym bags, to help alleviate financial burden on families with limited income as their children prepare for a new school year.
