Multiple US Communities Host Large-Scale Backpack Giveaways for Students

Across various U.S. communities, numerous organizations and businesses are hosting backpack and school supply giveaways to prepare students for the upcoming school year. In Mid-Michigan, groups like Good Shepherds Love, Communities in Schools of Michigan, and The Village Lansing are providing free backpacks and supplies through multiple events in August. Similarly, in California, local businesses such as Wetzel Pretzel and Drip on Drip Sneaker Store hosted giveaways offering backpacks filled with school essentials and additional prizes like Chromebooks and shoes. Kaiser Permanente also conducted a large-scale drive-through distribution in south Sacramento, preparing over 2,000 students. In Springfield, Massachusetts, the Alvin J. McKenzie Scholarship Fund held its inaugural back-to-school sneaker and backpack giveaway, continuing the legacy of educational support through scholarships and supplies. These events highlight a strong community commitment to supporting students’ educational needs and easing financial burdens for families.