Please consider helping children stay in school by donating the following items.  If you choose, fill the backpacks with other items you think will help an abused or neglected child feel encouraged to go to school.

Children removed from their home often are required to attend a different school as part of a placement process and have an increased need to feel like they belong; please no used items unless they are in very, very, good condition.

Every year many of our congregations statewide run backpack drives to help children get a good start to the school year.  Unfortunately this year the need is overwhelming and our matched congregations will not be able to help all of the children in need.  We need help filling all the request from social workers statewide.

This may seem like a simple request but just imagine a child getting off the bus for the first time with a new backpack and nice school supplies.  This may be the only time they have ever looked forward to going to school.  A positive attitude can make a huge difference in the life of a child.  Something as small as a backpack can give a child hope and the chance to be just like everyone else.

Any individual, business or school group who is willing to help a child in need please contact Covenant to Care for Children for more information.

Book Bags/Backpacks