We're Counting Down to the Back 2 School Fair!
Ready, Set,Thrive!
Join us for our annual community event supporting students, families, and educators with school-year resources, food support, clothing support, hygiene items, giveaways, and helpful community connections.
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
2603 Cartwright Rd
Missouri City, TX 77459
Free Services & Resources
Resources will be available while supplies last. This page will be updated as additional vendors, sponsors, and community partners are confirmed.
School & Teacher Supplies
Helpful supplies for students and educators as the school year begins.
Food Support
Pantry resources and food support in partnership with The Bridge Pantry and community partners.
Clothing Support
Clothing items for students and families, available while supplies last.
Hygiene Items
Basic hygiene products and household essentials to support families preparing for the school year.
Kids Giveaways
Kid-friendly giveaways and activities from participating partners.
Community Resources
Information and support from local nonprofits, businesses, youth organizations, and service providers.
Family Support Resources
Resources for families, students, caregivers, and educators.
Free IEP Consultations
Educational Alignment Consulting will offer free IEP consultations for families seeking guidance and next steps.
Ready, Set, Thrive is hosted by the Missouri City Chamber Education Foundation in partnership with The Bridge Pantry and Texas Cops & Communities, with support from Carey’s Frozen Delights, We Love The Kids Inc., Educational Alignment Consulting, and additional community partners.
Donation PartnerSupport The Bridge Pantry
This year, we are highlighting our partnership with The Bridge Pantry by collecting items that help support families with food, hygiene products, school-year supplies, clothing, and basic needs.
Donations will be accepted at The Bridge Pantry Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Non-perishable food
- Hygiene products
- School supplies
- Teacher supplies
- Clothing
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Gift cards
- Kids giveaways
Food Pantry Items
Canned vegetables, canned fruit, tuna, pasta, rice, cereal, oatmeal, peanut butter, jelly, shelf-stable milk, soup, and kid-friendly snacks.
Hygiene Items
Toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, wipes, period products, diapers, and hand sanitizer.
School Supplies
Backpacks, notebooks, folders, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, glue sticks, scissors, paper, binders, and pencil pouches.
Teacher Supplies
Copy paper, dry erase markers, tissues, disinfecting wipes, sticky notes, folders, markers, classroom snacks, and gift cards.
Clothing Support
New or gently used school clothes, uniforms, socks, shoes, jackets, teen clothing, and family-friendly clothing items.
Giveaways
Small toys, books, coloring books, crayons, kid activity packs, snack packs, gift cards, raffle prizes, and family-friendly coupons.
Vendors & Sponsors Welcome
Local businesses, nonprofits, churches, youth organizations, healthcare providers, and community partners are invited to participate or support this year’s event.
There is no vendor fee this year. Participating vendors and community resource partners are asked to support the event with a food pantry donation for The Bridge Pantry and a kid-friendly giveaway, activity, treat, school item, hygiene item, or family resource.
Sponsorships and in-kind donations are welcome and help us provide more supplies, food support, clothing, hygiene items, giveaways, and resources for families.
Help Families Start the School Year Strong
RSVP on Eventbrite, share the event, donate supplies to The Bridge Pantry, or connect with us about vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Resources and giveaways are available while supplies last. Event details may be updated as additional community partners are confirmed.