As the new school year approaches, a beloved local tradition is gearing up once again to make sure Dayton-area students are ready to learn. WHIO TV’s 7 Circle of Kindness School Supply Drive has returned, bringing the community together to collect essential supplies for local kids in need.

The annual drive, organized by WHIO TV, is a community-wide effort aimed at ensuring that students across the Dayton region have the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. School supplies — from pencils and notebooks to backpacks and folders — can make a meaningful difference for families who might otherwise struggle to afford them at the start of the academic year.

The Circle of Kindness initiative has become a recognizable and cherished part of the Dayton community’s back-to-school season, rallying neighbors, businesses, and organizations around a shared goal: giving every local student a fair shot at a strong start. By returning year after year, the drive has built a track record of tangible impact for families throughout the area.

Residents looking to pitch in are encouraged to keep an eye on WHIO TV for details on drop-off locations, dates, and the types of supplies most needed. Whether you can donate a single notebook or a fully loaded backpack, every contribution helps stock the shelves and lift the spirits of a child heading back to school.

It’s the kind of grassroots generosity that reminds Dayton what community is all about — neighbors helping neighbors, one pencil at a time.

Sources: WHIO TV