Back 2 School Illinois not only distributes kits when students go back to school each year, but also year round.
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The organization's CEO Matthew Kurtzman joined ABC7Chicago in the studio to talk about how to get involved.
Kurtzman said that for every $18 people donate to the organization, they will be able to put one more kit into the hands of a student in need.
He said there are 1.2 million kids in Illinois that live in low income families and although they get kits during the traditional back-to-school season, items run out and need to be replenished.
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Each kit is grade appropriate and provides basic supplies.
Kurtzman pointed out that the kits are more than just school essential, but also gives the kids a boost of self-esteem by letting the student know they are worthy of learning.
For more information, visit their website at http://b2si.org/.