Being prepared for school impacts a child’s ability to fully embrace their education. If a child doesn’t have a backpack or the proper school supplies to succeed, this can lead to struggles with self-esteem, academic performance, and attendance. This is a very prevalent and unfortunate reality for the many children experiencing economic insecurity, poverty, and homelessness in America.

The Back-to-School Backpacks Initiative is an opportunity to support the children in your community with the resources they need to succeed in school, while establishing a relationship that serves both your parish/group and community.