# School supply support initiatives in Rethymno > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/school-supply-support-initiatives-in-rethymno > Updated: 2026-09-18T11:40:48.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. In late August 2026, the Rethymno Municipality launched a school supply drive to assist economically disadvantaged families. Managed by the Social Services Directorate, the initiative encouraged citizens to donate items such as bags, notebooks, and stationery through ‘Solidarity Baskets’ located at the Community Center and various local bookstores. Following this, the Region of Crete expanded social support efforts by launching an initiative specifically targeting 500 kindergarten children from large or three-child families within the Rethymno regional unit. In collaboration with the Directorate of Primary Education, the region aims to distribute stationery and supplies to alleviate financial burdens and ensure equal participation in school activities. Vice Regional Governor Maria Lioni noted that these actions are part of ongoing social interventions to strengthen social solidarity. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-18: Crete Region to provide school supplies for 500 children in Rethymno The Region of Crete will distribute school supplies to 500 kindergarten children from large families in Rethymno to provide financial relief and support educational activities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crete-region-to-provide-school-supplies-for-500-children-in-rethymno ### 2026-08-28: Rethymno Municipality launches school supply drive for vulnerable families The Municipality of Rethymno is collecting school supplies throughout September 2025 to support vulnerable families and ensure students have necessary materials for the new school year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rethymno-municipality-launches-school-supply-drive-for-vulnerable-families --- Cite as: School supply support initiatives in Rethymno. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/school-supply-support-initiatives-in-rethymno