Backpacks, Haircuts, and Hope | Minneapolis News

Back-to-school season means heavier wallets—and a new school year just got more expensive, with supplies up over seven percent thanks to tariffs and gas prices. But in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, a local church flipped the script: they rallied volunteers to give single moms and their kids free backpacks, haircuts, food, and more—proving that community support isn’t just about supplies, it’s about reminding families they’re not alone. Hundreds walked away empowered, connected, and ready to tackle the year ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c298fc5760c369e