As the colder months approach, many of us are fortunate enough to have warm coats to protect us from the chill. However, many children in our community are not as fortunate. For kids living in low-income situations, the cost of a high-quality winter coat - ranging from $75 to $100+ - is simply out of reach. For these kids, a warm coat can make a meaningful difference, not just in keeping them warm, but also in helping them focus on their education.

Donate a coat* today and help homeless and foster youth in the Bay Area walk through the school doors each day ready to learn, participate fully in outdoor activities, and attend school with the confidence they deserve. 

Thank you!!!

*High-quality coats are fleece-lined with a water-repellant shell (water beads up so kids stay dry), deep pockets to keep hands warm, and detachable hoods.

Share the warmth by donating a coat for a child living in HELP USA's homeless shelters and supportive living centers in New York City. With more than 1,500 children in our care this winter, we need your help to make sure each of them can face the cold temperatures and harsh weather of the season.

Every coat collected will go directly to a child in need. Please share the warmth by supporting our efforts. Your generosity will give families struggling with homelessness and housing insecurity one less thing to worry about as they work to recover and regain their independence.

Share the Warmth by donating a coat* and/or holiday gift set** to NY youth! With over 700k kids living in poverty in NY, they need all the help they can get and it is our goal to bring warmth and joy to 1,000 children this holiday and winter season. 

Thank you for your help to ensure kids receive a holiday gift* and are able to walk through the school doors each day in warmth - ready to learn, participate fully in outdoor activities, and attend school with the confidence they deserve!

*High-quality coats are fleece-lined with a water-repellant shell (water beads up so kids stay dry), deep pockets to keep hands warm, and detachable hoods. We aim to give to kids through the following NY non-profit partners:

• Child Center of New York
• Iris House
• Partnership with Children
• Children's Village
• Good Shepherd Services
• DreamYard

**Holiday gift set includes backpack, DIY KiwiCo STEAM kit, STEM book, stuffed animal, coloring book & crayons for younger kids, sketch book & colored pencils for older kids.

The yearly expense of a new backpack and school supplies is often a financial burden for many of the children, youth, and families we serve.  

Our annual backpack drive is your chance to give a child the tools they need to succeed in their education. New backpacks and school supplies allow a child to focus on their education and feel prepared for the school year ahead of them. With your help, we aim to provide 2,500 students with high-quality backpacks, filled with age-appropriate school supplies in one of the following ways:

1. Donate here
2. Set up a team drive with your own goals and do your own outreach to multiply your donation
3. Book a pack-out event with your organization for employee/community engagement that gives back

We will be collecting donations for the drive through Friday, August 16th. Thank you so much for your support!

Tiffany Ramos, in partnership with the Sydney Paige Foundation

For questions, please contact: tiffany_ramos@goodshepherds.org or           courtney@sydneypaige.org

Donate to Build-A-Better Backpack with HELP USA so our 800 school-aged children living in HELP USA homeless shelters and supportive housing can head back to the classroom with confidence in September. Here's how it works: you select a stuffed backpack from this site, our partner Sydney Paige delivers them to us in NYC, and HELP USA's staff puts them in the hands of our students. These families have a lot to worry about but with your help, backpacks and school supplies won't be a problem! Thank you for being a part of our community so we can help people build better lives. Email give@helpusa.org if you have questions or need more information. 

The Massachusetts Association for Haitian Parents is dedicated to empowering the Haitian community in Massachusetts. Our mission is to advocate for educational equity, celebrate Haitian language and culture in our schools, and ensure that all students, parents, and families have the resources to thrive. Please help us provide 100 backpacks to the children we serve to help them start the school year off prepared, confident and ready to succeed.

Elpida, the Greek word for Hope, is a vibrant ministry dedicated to building community through faith. Elpida serves hundreds of children across Northern California by bringing them together through a modern, engaging approach to Greek Orthodox education and faith-centered activities, emphasizing giving back to our community.

At Elpida, each of our gatherings includes a service component where participants engage in projects that make a tangible difference. In the past, we have created blessing bags for the homeless, made stuffed animals to serve as trauma toys for the South San Francisco Police Department, and crafted blankets for young patients at UCSF Hospital.

Our next retreat, scheduled for August 24, 2024, focuses on supporting underprivileged children in the Mission District of San Francisco by providing them with high-quality backpacks filled with school supplies. Our goal is to raise $3,500 so the Elpida participants can prepare at least 100 backpacks filled with essential items such as notebooks, crayons, markers, folders, and other school supplies. We are seeking monetary donations to make this happen. Can we rely on you to help us meet our goal? Your generous support would bring joy and essential resources to children in need. Thank you for your consideration.

As the school year approaches, many families are facing the challenge of providing essential supplies for their children. The cost of a backpack and supplies continues to increase each year. 

By supporting our backpack drive, you’ll be giving a child the opportunity to begin a new school year with confidence and feeling prepared.

Please help us provide 400 teens with high-quality backpacks, filled with age-appropriate school supplies, through the following wonderful organizations serving our youth:

• Good Shepherd Services

• The Children's Village

Thank you for your support!

Robin and Diana

If you have any questions, please contact us via email at robinchaus@gmail.com

Every summer we provide brand new backpacks to every school-aged child on Bethel Island and surrounding streets. These backpacks are stocked with supplies needed to ensure the successful start to a brand new school year. We are excited to partner with Sydney Paige Foundation to ensure the kids we serve receive high-quality items to give them the tools and confidence to thrive.

The Bartlow Team at Journey Strategic Wealth is excited to announce our partnership with the Sydney Paige Foundation for a special San Francisco Bay Area Backpack Drive. We are reaching out to our valued clients, friends, families, and associates to join us in this meaningful cause.   

The Sydney Paige Foundation is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering students by providing them with high-quality backpacks and essential school supplies. Their mission aligns perfectly with our values, as we believe every child deserves the tools and confidence needed to succeed in school and life. Your generous donation will help us provide these essential items to children in need within our community. Together, we can make a significant impact by ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. 

Thank you for your generosity and for joining us in this important effort. If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne Conrad at aconrad@journeysw.com.

Warm regards, The Bartlow Team at Journey Strategic Wealth 

EBAC believes in Equity, that ALL children deserve the tools needed to access a quality education.

Cooley LLP will provide school supplies and backpacks to children and youth whose families struggle to cover even basic living expenses in Alameda County. Cooley's team's goal is 25 backpacks and challenges others to match that 25 so EBAC can distribute school supplies to 50 children and youth. Thank you for giving one or more students the basic supplies they need to fully participate in learning at school and home and a quality backpack in which to carry them around!

Unlock a Student's Potential with a Packed Backpack

Join Serenity House Oakland's Backpack Drive and empower local students in need by providing a child with essential school supplies and a new backpack, setting them up for academic success. Your donation removes barriers to learning by assisting young survivors of family violence to thrive academically.

Make a difference today - help us reach our goal of 100 backpacks! Donate now and transform a child's educational journey.

As the school year approaches, many families are facing the challenge of providing essential supplies for their children. The cost of a backpack and supplies continues to increase each year. 

By supporting our backpack drive, you’ll be giving a child the opportunity to begin a new school year with confidence and feeling prepared.

Please help us provide 800 students with high-quality backpacks, filled with age-appropriate school supplies, through the following wonderful organizations serving our youth:

• Iris House
• Children's Village
• Student Leadership
• Good Shepherd Services
• Hunts Point Alliance
• Partnership with Children
• The Child Center of NY
  

Thank you for your support!

If you have any questions, please contact elanor@sydneypaige.org

We’re excited to partner with the Sydney Paige Foundation to ensure Fremont High School students receive high-quality backpacks and supplies. Your support will give our students the tools and confidence they need to thrive in the upcoming school year. For more information, please contact Ace Johnson at TheBLOCLOVE@gmail.com or (510) 717-3278.

Help us provide much needed backpacks and school supplies to Bay Area youth who can't otherwise afford these items. At a collective cost of over $100, buying these supplies is just not an option for families who are struggling to put food on the table.

We know that education is the #1 path out of poverty and with a combined effort to help students in need, we can help put them on a path to success! With a core focus on quality to boost self-worth, we thank you for partnering with us to provide the tools and confidence needed for these kids to thrive!