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Backpacks Full of Hope for South Dakota Kids | Sioux Falls News
Every year, kids in South Dakota return to school with new backpacks full of supplies — thanks to a decades-old community effort. Project SOS, launched in 1993, has been packing essentials for students since before the internet, turning local stores into supply hubs and volunteers into packers. Even sixth-graders like Amanda DeWitt help out, ensuring no child starts the year without basic tools to learn. It’s not just a one-day giveaway — it’s a year-round lifeline for families facing hardship or sudden moves. Volunteers still remember the pure joy on a young girl’s face when she realized her…
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