Back-to-school season should be an exciting time for students, but for many families in our community, it can also be stressful. The cost of backpacks and school supplies adds up quickly, creating a financial strain for those already working hard to make ends meet.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of a local family foundation, Gifts of Love was able to provide 450 brand-new backpacks filled with school supplies to our client families this year.

For families like Maria’s, this support makes all the difference. Maria beamed as she received her bright new backpack, knowing she now has the tools she needs to start the school year confident and prepared.

Together, we are helping kids walk into the classroom with not just pencils and notebooks, but also the hope and encouragement they need to succeed.