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The Gaffney community is hosting a free back-to-school haircut event aimed at helping local children start the school year with renewed confidence. Scheduled for July 28, the initiative is organized by city councilman George Duncan and sponsored by local barbershop owner Shawn Ellis. The event addresses the financial hardships families face as they prepare for school by providing essential services that improve students’ appearances and self-esteem. Alongsideother initiatives, this event reflects the community’s commitment to supporting families during this critical time.
Gaffney, S.C. – A free back-to-school haircuts event will take place on Monday, July 28, 2025, offering local children an opportunity to start the school year with a fresh look. The event is set to run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 140 Factory Shops Blvd., Gaffney, S.C. It is organized by Gaffney District 4 city councilman George Duncan and features sponsorship from Shawn Ellis, the owner of Fade 98, a local barbershop. This initiative aims to ease financial pressures for families in the area preparing for the upcoming school year.
George Duncan, who has a strong background in education, has observed that many students struggle to afford basic needs like haircuts, especially as the new school year approaches. His goal with this event is to alleviate some of the financial burdens parents face during a time when expenses for school supplies and clothing can rise significantly due to inflation.
The haircut event provides children with an essential service that not only boosts their appearance but also enhances their confidence as they prepare to return to school. Duncan has encouraged students to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to receive a stylish new haircut before the summer ends.
In addition to the free haircut initiative, the local community is rallying to support families by organizing several additional back-to-school events and school supply drives. For instance, the Greenville County school year is set to commence on Thursday, August 8, 2025, while Spartanburg County students will return to classes on Monday, August 12, 2025.
Other upcoming events include a Back 2 School Supply Giveaway hosted by Cherokee County Department of Social Services, which will be held on a separate date. On the same day as the haircut event, Round Room will conduct a “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” at various Verizon Wireless retail locations, distributing free backpacks to students in need.
Various local churches and organizations are also organizing events focused on providing free supplies, clothing, and haircuts to assist families. These collective efforts aim to address the increasing financial strain many families are experiencing as they prepare for the school year.
With rising costs for school supplies and clothing driven by overall inflation, these initiatives are particularly timely and necessary. Members of the community are encouraged to participate in supporting these endeavors by making donations at designated locations to assist those who may be struggling.
This concerted effort from community leaders, local businesses, and organizations highlights Gaffney’s commitment to ensuring that all children can head back to school prepared and confident. Through initiatives like the free haircut event and school supply giveaways, the community is working together to foster a supportive environment for families during this crucial time of year.
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- WSPA: Upstate Councilman to Sponsor Free Back to School Haircut Event
- Wikipedia: School Supply
- WYFF: Free School Supplies in South Carolina
- Google Search: Back to School Haircuts
- Greenville Online: Free School Supplies & Haircuts
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Back to School
- WJBF: 2024 Back-to-School School Supply Giveaway Events
- Google News: School Supplies Giveaway
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