De Soto Multi-Service Center:
School Supplies
The De Soto Multi-Service Center assists low-income families with school supplies at the beginning of each school year.
Contact Information Jodi Hitchcock, LMSW
Community Social Services Manager
P.O. Box 551 / 32905 W. 84th St.
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 583-1152 / voice
(913) 583-1888 / fax
Jodi.hitchcock@jocogov.org
Food Pantry
Clothing Closet
Holiday Assistance
School Supplies
Rent/Mortgage Assistance
Birthday Shop
Frequent Questions
How can my child receive school supplies?
Where do the school supplies come from?
Will everything on my child’s list be provided?
How can I donate school supplies?
How can my child receive school supplies?
Any child from a low-income family attending a De Soto school is eligible to receive school supplies. Call the center to inquire about eligibility, sign up, and distribution. Supplies are also available for new students entering the district.
Where do the school supplies come from?
All supplies, including backpacks, are donated by the community. Some items are purchased using money donated to support this program.
Will everything on my child’s list be provided?
Every effort is made to provide the basic necessities for each grade. Every grade and teacher requires different items, so we are unable to provide everything each teacher requests. Each child can expect to receive the majority of basic necessities such, as pencils, paper, pens, glue, crayons, ruler, scissors, markers, and colored pencils.
How can I donate school supplies?
Donations of school supplies are welcome throughout the year. We are always in need of backpacks, paper, scissors, glue, rulers, and crayons. Please call the center to learn what else might be needed or to arrange delivery.
Human Services & Aging
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Suite #1300
Olathe, KS 66061-7056
(913) 715-8800 : voice
(913) 715-8825 : fax
(913) 894-8822 : TTY
E-mail