Join us for a fun-filled afternoon as we celebrate the end of summer and help local students prepare for the upcoming school year! Our Back-to-School Backpack Distribution & End of Summer Carnival brings together families from throughout Orange County for an afternoon of games, activities, food, community, and support.

This event is designed to be more than a backpack giveaway. We want families to enjoy a welcoming and memorable experience while receiving assistance for the new school year.

What to Expect

  • Free backpack distribution for eligible families
  • Carnival games and activities
  • Bounce houses
  • Food and refreshments
  • Community fellowship and family fun

Need a Backpack?

Families in need of school supplies can register to receive backpacks for the upcoming school year.

Backpack Registration: https://usawest.wufoo.com/forms/back-to-school-distribution-registration-2026 


Volunteer With Us

Help make this event a success by serving families throughout Orange County. Volunteers are needed to assist with:

  • Event setup and cleanup
  • Backpack distribution
  • Carnival games and activities
  • Bounce house monitoring
  • Food service and refreshments
  • Family welcome and guest assistance

Volunteer Sign-Up: https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx?ID=9403 


Donate Backpacks

Want to support local students? Purchase a new backpack through our online registry and help ensure every child starts the school year prepared and confident.

Backpack Registry: https://a.co/0946Esf7 


Together, we can help students start the school year strong while providing families with a fun, welcoming day of community and celebration. We look forward to seeing you there!