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DESF'S BACK TO SCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA
Join DSEF and the Ashé Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, September 6, 2025 (12–4 PM) for a free community celebration! Students of all ages will receive school supplies, health & dental screenings, haircuts, manicures, and more. Families can also enjoy live performances, arts & crafts, a gaming truck, snowballs, and giveaways. Come get ready for the school year while celebrating culture, community, and youth empowerment!
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Backpacks, Brass Bands & Big Smiles
From free school supplies to unforgettable performances, our past Back to School Extravaganzas have been all about community, culture, and celebration. Take a look back at the joy, energy, and big smiles that make this event such a special New Orleans tradition!
WHY WE HOST THE EXTRAVAGANZA
The Back to School Extravaganza was created to ensure that every child in New Orleans starts the school year with confidence, support, and the tools they need to succeed. By providing free supplies, health resources, and a joyful community celebration, DSEF continues Dinerral Shavers’ legacy of service—removing barriers for families and uplifting our city’s youth.

NAKITA SHAVERS
FOUNDER & CEO OF DSEF
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the people of this incredible city. Your unwavering support has allowed us to continue honoring Dinerral’s legacy by empowering our youth, uplifting our culture, and building safer, stronger communities.The Back to School Extravaganza is more than an event—it is a reflection of what makes New Orleans so special: resilience, generosity, and unity. Thank you to every sponsor, partner, volunteer, and family who has joined us in this mission. Together, we are creating brighter futures for our children and a stronger foundation for generations to come.
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