Back to school Backpacks
Providing Back-To-School backpacks for children from low-income or homeless families is extremely important to Stephen’s Backpacks. While most children look forward to the first day of school with excitement, those living below the poverty line or without a stable home often lack the necessary supplies and enthusiasm.
Stephen’s Backpacks Society believes that every child should have the tools they need to succeed in school. Their Back-To-School backpacks are filled with brand-new supplies that will last a full year, ensuring these children have what they need to start the school year on the right foot.
This initiative not only helps children feel prepared and confident but also addresses the broader issue of child poverty and homelessness by providing practical support and a sense of hope and stability.
Elementary School Backpack Supplies [Kindergarten through Grade 4]
- Pencils and Sharpener
- Erasers
- Black and Blue Ball-Point Pens
- Wax Crayons
- Washable Broad Markers
- Yellow Highlighter
- Ruler
- Craft Glue
- Safety Scissors
- Construction Paper
- Colouring / Activity Book
- Report Covers
- Note Book
- Journal
- Pencil Pouch
- Hygiene Kit
Middle and High School Backpack Supplies [Grade 5 through 8]
- Pencils and Sharpener
- Erasers
- Black, Blue and Red Ball-Point Pens
- Wax Crayons
- Washable Fine Markers
- Yellow and Green Highlighter
- Colouring Pencils
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- Math Geometry Set
- Scientific Calculator
- Note Book
- Ring Binder
- Report Covers
- Loose Lined Paper
- Pencil Pouch
- Hygiene Kit
Stephen’s Backpacks believes in the importance of community involvement when building the Back-To-School backpacks. Hundreds of schools and corporations have participated in this initiative, which encourages students to understand the significance of reaching out and helping vulnerable children and families. By engaging in these activities, students learn the value of empathy, social responsibility, and the impact of collective efforts in making a positive difference in the lives of those in need.
This initiative not only provides essential supplies to children but also fosters a sense of community and shared purpose among participants.