SAN ANTONIO – A harsh reality for hundreds of families in San Antonio: How will they be able to afford school supplies?
Nonprofits like San Antonio Threads have noted a widespread need for supplies and clothes, even with schools in session for many students.
“It’s very expensive, and families have to make some hard decisions,” said founder Cathy Hamilton. “Typically, we’re not still this busy when school has already started.”
“How many students have you helped so far this summer?” asked KSAT reporter Avery Everett.
“So far and counting, we are at 5000 and some,” Hamilton said. “This file has about 100 students that we haven’t been able to schedule in yet.”
So why is this list of students growing? Hamilton points to high prices as the major factor.
“We are booked every day,” Hamilton said. “We’re on the tail end of it, but we still have a lot of youth to get to that need us.”
Belinda Roman, an associate professor of economics at St. Mary’s University, explained that inflation is partly to blame, defined as the continued increase in the general price level.
“Pens, paper, and crayons,” Roman said. “Everything’s creeping up, and it’s very hard to not find somewhere where there isn’t inflation.”
How can you help? San Antonio Threads accepts new-with-tag clothing and hygiene products for donations. They also need volunteers to help their clients shop. To learn more, click here.
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