Friday Deadline to Apply for School Supplies Through FISH

Friday is the deadline to submit applications for free school supplies through Effingham County FISH for children in pre-school through 8th grade in need who reside in Effingham County.

Those needing supplies for students must complete an application for assistance by Friday, July 23. Applications are available at the FISH Service Center at Grove and Maple in Effingham, or Catholic Charities at 1502 East Fayette along Route 40 between Effingham and Teutopolis. 

Completed applications may be mailed to Effingham County FISH, PO Box 473, Effingham, IL 62401 or dropped off at the mailbox at the FISH Service Center or at Catholic Charities no later than Friday, July 23.

Applications received after July 23 will not be processed.