As the back-to-school season approaches, multiple organizations across the United States are stepping up to help families with school supplies and other essentials. FinanceBuzz's recent study highlighted Walmart as the most affordable retailer for school supplies, while Michaels was the most expensive. In Houston, the Mayor's Office is providing supplies to 25,000 kids, and similar initiatives are taking place in Memphis, Shreveport, and Fargo, where the United Way of Cass Clay successfully concluded their annual school supply drive. Additionally, the New Fortress Energy Foundation is offering free medical and dental checks for students in Montego Bay, St James, Hayes, and Old Harbour Bay. Efforts like these are crucial, as studies indicate parents will spend an average of $701 per child this year on back-to-school expenses.