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As summer winds down and our community’s youth prepare to head back to school, the Orangewood Foundation is proud to share the incredible results of our recent annual backpack drive. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity and kindness of our supporters, we successfully collected over 600 backpacks, each packed with essential school supplies for the youth and young adults we serve.
This represents more than just meeting a need, it’s a testament to what’s possible when a community comes together with a shared purpose.
A Fresh Start, One Backpack at a Time
For many of the young people in our programs, some of whom are current or former foster youth, access to basic school supplies can be a barrier to educational success. With the support of our donors and volunteers, we’ve helped eliminate that barrier for hundreds of students this year.
Each backpack handed out is more than just a collection of notebooks, pens, and folders. It’s the confidence a student needs to walk into a class prepared. It’s the knowledge that someone out there believes in their potential and wants to see them thrive.
Powered by Community Generosity
From individual donors to local businesses, service organizations, and volunteers, we saw an outpouring of support. Some donated supplies, others gave their time to sort and pack, each action playing a role in the drive’s success.
Special Thanks to Our Donors
Thank you to the following donors and partners whose contributions helped make the backpack drive a remarkable success:
ADB Companies, LLC
Benchmark
HRK Group
Jack Vigil
National Charity League – Pacific Coast Chapter
Neena Master and team!
Optima Tax Relief
Pablo Garcia
Ralphs Grocery Company
Rita Al-Silhi
Southern California Edison (SCE)
Tillys
Your generosity has directly impacted hundreds of young lives, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
Want to Get Involved?
We’re always looking for new volunteers and supporters who want to make a difference in our community. Whether you can give your time, donate supplies, we welcome your involvement with open arms.
To learn more about how you can help, reach out to us at [email protected].
