"Tremendous:" Kids headed back to school get a helping hand from Midtown Center and Jammin' 98.3

MILWAUKEE -- As parts of Milwaukee remain divided on many issues after recent violence, one thing seems to be bringing people together -- the love for children. Community members stepped up to help prepare them for school and a better future on Saturday, August 20th.

A line snaked through the Midtown Center as parents and kids were eager to attend the back to school Superstars and Supplies event.superstars and supplies

"This is just tremendous," said Rodney Banks, parent.

Midtown Center partnered with Jammin' 98.3 FM to help prepare kids and young teens for the upcoming school year.

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"It means a lot to help my kids out with supplies because I have a few and sometimes money gets a little short and you need a little helping hand," said Roshonda Vinson, parent.

Helping hands doled out 500 book bags while vendors provided key resources.

Superstars and Supplies event

"It's very important. It's tough out here for many families and to be able to get some of the simple things we take for granted is very important," said Latonya Lucas, Jammin' 98.3 FM marketing director.

A simple gesture which evoked big smiles.

"To see people doing something for these kids is amazing, I am so proud of the staff, the people who work here and put this on," said Banks.

Kids may be walking out with book bags and supplies, but they are also leaving with something else to carry with them -- a sense of positivity and support.

Many were thankful for the generosity which was combined with a bit of entertainment. It's all a way to give a much needed boost to the youth who sometimes are affected by the problems in the city.

Superstars and Supplies event

"I think there should be more positive things going on in the community than negative, When we have a positive role model we can show children that we can have a better future and neighborhood and we can all come to here and have fun," said Terresa Linton, parent.

Superstars and Supplies event

Excited and ready to now focus on their education ahead of them.

There were also prizes given during the event, including a laptop and a printer.