Back to school programme provides children with hygiene essentials and supplies

This programme stands as a flagship initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the company’s global corporate social responsibility programme, and is driven by Henry Schein’s Team Schein Engagement team. Team Schein Members at 32 locations in the U.S., Canada, Spain, Italy, U.K., and Ireland are providing nearly 5,000 students with backpacks filled with school supplies and hygiene essentials. Since the programme’s inception in 1998, the company has helped more than 65,000 children return to the classroom equipped with the necessities for a successful school year.

On August 17, Henry Schein held its first in-person ‘Back to School’ event at its worldwide headquarters in Melville, N.Y., since 2019. Approximately 400 pre-identified children and their families received backpacks, school supplies, and gift cards to purchase their choice of first-day-of-school outfits. The event also included a BBQ, games, music, crafts, and other activities, including an interactive science presentation. Additionally, the event featured a tent with free books donated by Team Schein Members and KPMG LLP – the U.S. audit, tax, and advisory firm – through its Family for Literacy programme and partnership with nonprofit social enterprise First Book. One of several ‘Back to School’ events being held around the world, the fun-filled evening provided participating children and families with an uplifting experience to kick off a successful school year.