School Supplies for children

INDIANAPOLIS -

We may only be a few weeks into summer vacation, but school is only a few weeks away for some districts.

It's never too early to start thinking about back-to-school shopping, but many families can't afford the annual tradition.

Backpack Attack is underway.

The program started in 1999, and since then, has collected more than 3.5 million school supplies.

They are hoping to continue that winning trend.

Sara Griffin, a representative with the Backpack Attack committee, said the school supply drive launches Monday and runs through July 17.

"We'll have about 100 businesses drive through and pick up posters and bins so that they can get their companies engaged in collecting school supplies, " Griffin said.

She said if you'd like to get involved, you can register with Backpack Attack Monday at the Indianapolis Zoo.