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NewsMiami's Community NewspapersSeptember 1, 2026Miami-Dade

Coalition of local businesses and non-profits provides free school supplies to over 100 students

A coalition of 13 small businesses and non-profits organized a free back-to-school event for more than 100 students in Miami-Dade County. The event was hosted by The Cut Stop and operated under the guidance of Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services.

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Why It Matters

This event provided school supplies to over 100 students in Miami-Dade County at no cost to their families.

Key Facts

  • A coalition of 13 small businesses and non-profits collaborated to provide school supplies.
  • More than 100 students in Miami-Dade County received supplies for the start of the school year.
  • The event was hosted at The Cut Stop.
  • The initiative was organized under the auspices of Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services.

Who's Mentioned

personDr. Alecia Rodriguez“Founder of Unique Therapy and event organizer.”personMo Rodriguez“Owner of The Cut Stop Barbershop and event organizer.”organizationKiwanis Club of Miami“Provided school supplies; Dr. Alecia Rodriguez is the incoming president.”other13“Number of businesses and non-profits in the coalition.”organizationMiami Bridge Youth and Family Services“Organization under whose auspices the event was held.”other100“Number of students served.”locationMiami-Dade County“Location of the event and the school district served.”organizationUnique Therapy“Provided vouchers for free counseling services.”organizationThe Cut Stop Barbershop“Event host located in Palmetto Bay.”organizationThe Cut Stop“Host location for the event”