Volunteer Sign Up - 49022 Backpacks For Good

If you would like to volunteer during the Backpacks For Good school readiness event for students who live in the 49022 zip code, please sign up below!

On Tuesday, August 5 at Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park in Benton Harbor, we will be hosting the back-to-school readiness event. This event is in partnership with National Night Out. Please note, this volunteer event is an active event. There will be standing, walking and light lifting involved. 

Details for Volunteers:

What: Backpacks for Good
Where: Dwight P. Mitchell Park, Benton Harbor
When: August 5, 2025
Time: 5-7:30 p.m. (event is 5:30-7:30 p.m.)

If you would like to volunteer, please sign up below! If you have any questions please email BCF Program Director Susan Matheny or call the BCF offices at 269-983-3304. 

*Please note: Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you're bringing people with you to volunteer (i.e. your significant other, friend, etc.), each person needs to sign up individually.