After 6 amazing years, we’ve made the difficult decision to bring our Back to School Fair to a close. This event has grown beyond anything we imagined, and while we’re proud of the impact it’s made, it’s become harder each year to secure the space and resources needed to keep it going.

We’ve outgrown our location at Valley Center Intermediate School, and unfortunately, we don’t have the capacity to move the clothing and supplies elsewhere—or ask our incredible volunteers to take on even more.

But this is not goodbye! We’re still here—and always will be. Our Hornets' Hanger clothing closet and Hornets' Holidays program are still going strong, and we’re committed to supporting local students and families throughout the year. If you or someone you know has a need, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re not going anywhere.

We also want to share that Hope Valley Center, hosted by LifePoint Church at the high school, is expanding their back-to-school event to a walk-on model very similar to ours. After talking with their team and exploring ways to partner, we believe they’re best equipped to serve a growing number of families with a wider range of services. We encourage you to support their efforts if you're looking for a new way to get involved.

To everyone who’s donated, volunteered, or helped spread the word over the years—thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You’ve helped hundreds of students start their school year with confidence and care.

With love,
From the Ground Up Nonprofit