Backpacks & School Supplies

Many SOWMA students share one bedroom with their siblings & family members at a family shelter.

A backpack serves as their personal space and “locker.” Our backpacks include the grade-level tools a student needs to succeed in the classroom. Our community of volunteers help ensure students have what they need to succeed.

We would love to have you be part of our mission!

Students received grade-level backpacks at the start of the 2025/2026 academic year
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Backpacks + Supplies Needed

Donate a Book!

Every Backpack is customized according to grade-level and includes an age-appropriate book!  Browse through your favorites and select a read that you remember as a child, teen or young adult – and pass it along!  We’ll pick up at Buttonwood!   

Stage a Drive

With your family, business, or neighborhood. Contact us to get started.

Buy Pre-Packed Backpack

Donate backpacks and supplies pre-packed and shipped direct. 

Get Involved!

Learn more about our “Tools for School” program and how you can help prepare students for the 2025/2026 School Year! 

SOWMA Blog

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