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Free Backpacks To Be Given Away At 2 Hartford McDonald's Sites This Week
Local McDonald's owner-operators will give away free backpacks to students at two Hartford restaurants on Aug. 5 while supplies last.
HARTFORD, CT — Students preparing to head back to school will have an opportunity to receive free backpacks during a pair of giveaway events at Hartford McDonald's restaurants this week.
Local McDonald's owner-operators across New England are launching the Golden Arches Pack Giveback Program.
This community initiative will provide free backpacks to students in need from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5, while supplies last.
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In Hartford, participating restaurants are located at:
- 214 Prospect Ave., Hartford
- 170-176 Washington St., Hartford
According to organizers, the backpack giveaways are part of local McDonald's owner-operators' ongoing efforts to support families as students prepare to return to school.
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Events across New England will include partnerships with schools, nonprofit organizations and local elected officials.
The giveaways are free and intended to help students heading into the new school year. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
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