This program targets school-aged children of low-income families. Participants receive a backpack with school supplies & clothing items based on needs.  The backpack, supplies, and clothing are given to the children at the Back-2-School Picnic.

We are excited to announce that applications for our Back 2 School Program is open!

Backpacks will be distributed in July 2021.
Applications are now being accepted.

 GET INVOLVED
(1) Become a sponsor. By sponsoring a backpack, you’ll be helping to provide disadvantaged children in our community a strong start for the school year. Sponsor a backpack today – see link below!
You may send your donation to P.O. Box 2441, Johnson City, TN 37605 or you may donate online at the link below, or you can call 423-928-1958 to donate over the phone.
(2) Organize a school supply drive
(3) Volunteer
(4) Shop our WISHLIST here
If you have any questions please feel free to call our office at 423-928-0288.

SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM

This program targets low-income families with school aged children who are on free or reduced lunch. Good Samaritan provides food, paper products, cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products through the summer months.

We are always looking for volunteers to help pass out food and pack boxes. Please email or call our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@goodsamjc.org – or – 423-833-2557. And if you would like to sponsor a family for the summer please send your donations to P.O. Box 2441, Johnson City, TN 37605 or see below to make a donation online.