Citizens collects school supplies for low-income kids
Citizens Bank said that it is collecting new school supplies for low-income children in Massachusetts, the fourth year it has done so.
"Beginning today, pencils, pens, notebooks, and other supplies can be donated at any Citizens Bank branch in the state through August 2," the bank said in a press release. "This year’s Gear for Grades program is in collaboration with Cradles to Crayons."
The press release added: "Gear for Grades has helped more than 8,000 children in Massachusetts return to school with the essential supplies they need to succeed. This year, more than 3,000 backpacks filled with new school supplies will be donated to children throughout the state. More than 20,000 backpacks will be distributed by Citizens throughout New England as part of this year’s Gear for Grades program."







