FRANKLIN — The first day of school should be exciting, but for many families, the cost of backpacks and school supplies can add extra stress to an already busy time of year. Higher Dimensions Christian Center hopes to make that season a little easier with its Back-to-School Backpack Project, a drive-through giveaway beginning at 11:30 a.m. August 15 at the church in Franklin. Families can drive through the church parking lot and receive one backpack for each student in their vehicle. Backpacks will be handed out while supplies last, so families are encouraged to arrive early. Volunteers will also serve hot dogs and lemonade during the event. The backpack project is a simple way for the church to show local children that their community is cheering them on as they return to the classroom. A new backpack may seem like a small thing, but for a student preparing for a new school year, it can bring confidence and excitement. The event is built around the message of equipping students with “excellence and love” and reminding families that they do not have to prepare for the school year alone. Higher Dimensions Christian Center is located in Franklin. The giveaway will remain drive-through only and will continue until all backpacks have been distributed.