Cape Cod Mall Partners With MA Nonprofit For Back-To-School Drive

HYANNIS, MA — A trip to your local mall could prove helpful for families needing some assistance during the back-to-school season.

Simon Centers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire have partnered with Cradles to Crayons this summer in inviting shoppers to donate an outfit for students in need.

Shoppers at these malls will see a big yellow school bus display, where they can choose a tag before shopping. Donations can be returned to the location listed on that tag.

In Hyannis, the display will be present at Cape Cod Mall, 769 Iyannough Rd. It will be placed near Macy's, officials said.

Cradles to Crayons is a Boston-based nonprofit organization, founded in 2002 to combat childhood poverty. Since its beginning, Cradles to Crayons has grown in Massachusetts and beyond, all with the goal of providing everyday essentials for children from birth to age 12, officials said.

All donated products will be sent to Cradles to Crayons for distribution.

The displays will be set up starting today, Aug. 1, and the donation period will run through Sept. 1.