Backpacks For Good

A young boy reaching for a teal backpack.

 

 

A group of school-aged students wearing backpacks. With Backpacks For Good, students head into the school year ready for a strong start!

Each backpack is filled with school-day essentials — pencils, pens, markers, notebooks, folders, erasers and pencil bags — so they can feel confident and prepared from Day One.

Backpacks come in two sizes for younger and older students, and each student gets to choose their favorite color—because a new school year should feel fun and personal! All backpacks and supplies are completely free, with one backpack available for each student present.

Families will also be able to explore other community resources at the event. Along with school supplies, farm-fresh vegetables and other food items will be available for families to take home.

If you have any questions please email BCF Program Director Susan Matheny or call the BCF offices at 269-983-3304.

 

> These events happen rain or shine — we always have a backup plan in case of inclement weather! Stay up to date by following us on Facebook.

Did You Know?

A $20 donation funds a backpack filled with school supplies for a student in need.

2026 Event Dates

Eau Claire

5-7 p.m. July 30

at Eau Claire High School/Middle School
7450 Hochberger Rd, Eau Claire

This event is for any student attending Eau Claire schools, regardless of the ZIP Code in which they live.

Students Living in 49022

5-8 p.m. August 4

at Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park
corner of Pipestone and Main streets, Benton Harbor

This event is for students living within the 49022 zip code, regardless of the school they attend.

 

sponsored in part by:
Whirlpool Corporation

Niles/Brandywine

4-6 p.m. August 6

at Niles High School
1441 Eagle St., Niles

This event is for any student attending Niles or Brandywine schools, regardless of the ZIP Code in which they live.

 

sponsoring partner:
Frederick S. Upton Foundation

Coloma/Watervliet/Hagar

4-6 p.m. August 13

at Coloma Jr. High School
302 W St. Joseph Street, Coloma

This event is for any student attending Coloma, Watervliet or Hagar #6 schools, regardless of the ZIP Code in which they live.

 

sponsoring partner:
De Groot Family Foundation