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Oregon Backpack Giveaways 2026

Source-validated public backpack giveaways, school-supply events, school-based distributions and ongoing assistance programs across Oregon.

Confirm directly with the organizer before traveling because dates, registration rules and available inventory can change.

Updated and validated July 27, 2026

26upcoming dated listings
9ongoing assistance resources
20completed TCC locations moved
55total validated listings

July 27 validation update: The 20 TCC School Rocks events occurred Sunday, July 26 and are now archived below. The Canby date is now confirmed for Aug. 4, and four organizer-supported listings were added in La Grande, Salem, Portland and Rockwood.
35 active listings

Upcoming dated events

Sorted chronologically. “Confirmed” means a current 2026 source supports the date and event offering; it does not guarantee inventory.

Aug. 4–28, 2026 By enrollment/site schedule
Alsea / Monroe / CorvallisConfirmed 2026

Vina’s Back to School Days

Vina Moses Center

Location
Alsea and Monroe pop-ups; Corvallis distribution at 968 NW Garfield Ave, Corvallis, OR 97330
Eligibility
K–12 students who live in or attend school in Benton County.
What’s offered
Backpack, school supplies, clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials, subject to availability.
Important notes
Enrollment required. Alsea: Aug. 4; Monroe: Aug. 6; Corvallis: Aug. 10–28. Contact Vina Moses for assigned details.

Source: Vina Moses / 211info

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026 5:30–7:30 PM
CanbyConfirmed date

Backpack Giveaway at Grill & Chill

To:gether Canby + Canby Police Department

Location
Canby Police Department, 1175 NW 3rd Ave, Canby, OR 97013
Eligibility
Students who live in or attend school in the Canby, Aurora and Hubbard areas.
What’s offered
New backpacks and school supplies.
Important notes
Pre-registration is required by July 31. Supplies are limited.

Source: Official To:gether Canby event

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026 6:35 PM
SpringfieldConfirmed 2026

Back to School Night + Hope Project Backpack Giveaway

Springfield Drifters Baseball Club / Hope Project

Location
Springfield Drifters, 326 Centennial Blvd, Springfield, OR 97477
Eligibility
Students attending the game.
What’s offered
Backpack and additional back-to-school items for students in attendance.
Important notes
Game admission or promotional rules may apply. Confirm with the Drifters before attending.

Source: Organizer/news coverage

Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
PortlandConfirmed 2026

Grauer Back to School Project

Grauer Back to School Project

Location
4595 SW California St, Portland, OR 97219
Eligibility
K–12 students within the Ida B. Wells High School boundary.
What’s offered
Backpacks filled with school supplies.
Important notes
Early registration closes at noon Aug. 7.

Source: Official Grauer project

Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
AlbanyConfirmed 2026

Back to School Giveaway & Block Party

Love INC

Location
1332 SE First Ave, Albany, OR 97321
Eligibility
Students in grades PreK–12.
What’s offered
Backpacks, school supplies, clothing, food, games and prizes.
Important notes
First come, first served; item availability is limited.

Source: 211info / Love INC

Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
PortlandConfirmed 2026

Smart Start / Fueled for the Future Back-to-School Fair

Community Services Network + The Salvation Army

Location
The Salvation Army, 5325 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR 97217
Eligibility
Open to the community.
What’s offered
Backpacks, school supplies, health and dental services, lunch, family activities and community resources.
Important notes
Limit three backpacks per household, while supplies last.

Source: Official Community Services Network

Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 1:00–5:00 PM
La GrandeNew • Confirmed 2026

MIC 5th Annual Back to School Resource Fair

Micronesian Islander Community of Oregon

Location
Senior Center, 1504 N Albany St, La Grande, OR 97850
Eligibility
All students and families in Union County.
What’s offered
Free backpacks filled with school supplies.
Important notes
While supplies last.

Source: Official MIC Oregon calendar

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
RoseburgConfirmed 2026

Back to School First Thursday

Back to School Resources / community agencies

Location
738 W Harvard Ave, Roseburg, OR 97471
Eligibility
Open to the public; children must be present.
What’s offered
Backpacks, school supplies, hygiene kits, vouchers, food boxes, clothing and health services.
Important notes
Services and items are subject to availability.

Source: 211info

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
SalemConfirmed 2026

Back to School Backpack Giveaway

Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties + SELCO

Location
Knudson Branch, 1395 Summer St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Eligibility
K–12 students; child must be present.
What’s offered
Backpack with school supplies, toothbrush kit, water bottle and family resource kit.
Important notes
Walk-up only; one backpack per student, while supplies last.

Source: Official Boys & Girls Club calendar

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sweet HomeConfirmed 2026

Sweet Home Backpack Giveaway and Health Fair

Sweet Home Health Fair / Back to School Resources

Location
1641 Long St, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Eligibility
Backpacks: K–12 Sweet Home School District students; health fair open to all.
What’s offered
Backpacks, clothing and health-fair services.
Important notes
Student eligibility applies to backpacks.

Source: 211info / City of Sweet Home

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
BeavertonConfirmed 2026

Back to School Resource Fair

Ka ‘Aha Lahui O ‘Olekona

Location
9725 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy, Beaverton, OR 97005
Eligibility
Open to the public.
What’s offered
School supplies while supplies last, community resources and food boxes.
Important notes
The 211info ZIP field contains an extra suffix; the standard ZIP is shown.

Source: 211info

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Phoenix / Jackson CountyConfirmed 2026

Healthy Start Block Party

Jackson Care Connect + Phoenix-Talent Schools

Location
Phoenix High School, 745 N Rose St, Phoenix, OR 97535
Eligibility
Free and open to Jackson County families with children.
What’s offered
School supplies, health checks, sports physicals, dental screenings, haircuts, food, games and giveaways.
Important notes
First come, first served. Bring insurance information for applicable health services.

Source: Jackson Care Connect / 211info

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 11:00 AM–while supplies last
Lincoln CityConfirmed 2026

Backpack Giveaway & Block Party

Bayside Chapel Lincoln City Campus

Location
1715 NE 19th St, Lincoln City, OR 97367
Eligibility
Open to the public.
What’s offered
Backpacks filled with school supplies, games and food.
Important notes
211info incorrectly labels the location as Newport; the organizer address is in Lincoln City.

Source: 211info + organizer listing

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 12:00–4:00 PM
PortlandConfirmed 2026

Peace & Unity Festival: Back 2 School Edition

Y.O.U.TH PDX

Location
16126 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97233
Eligibility
Open to the public; current listings indicate registration is required for supplies.
What’s offered
Free backpack and school-supply giveaway, hair-style station, food vendors, resources, activities and music.
Important notes
Register through the organizer and confirm current availability before traveling.

Source: Y.O.U.TH PDX / CBE calendar

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 Program distribution
Portland / Oregon program sitesConfirmed program

Operation Backpack

Volunteers of America Oregon

Location
Participating VOA Oregon programs
Eligibility
Children and families participating in eligible VOA Oregon programs.
What’s offered
Approximately 350 backpacks filled with school supplies.
Important notes
Program-limited distribution; not a public walk-up event.

Source: Schoolhouse Supplies / VOA Oregon

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 1:00–4:00 PM
HillsboroConfirmed 2026

22nd Annual Back to School Bash

M&M Marketplace + Hillsboro Futsal

Location
M&M Marketplace, 346 SW Walnut St, Hillsboro, OR 97123
Eligibility
Free and open to all; children must be present to receive supplies.
What’s offered
Free school supplies while supplies last, entertainment, vendors, prizes and family activities.
Important notes
Arrive early for supply distribution.

Source: Official M&M Marketplace

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026 Time not publicly stated
PortlandConfirmed program

Back to School Giveaway

Rose Haven

Location
Rose Haven, 1740 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR 97209
Eligibility
Registered Rose Haven guests.
What’s offered
Backpacks and school supplies collected for approximately 250 children.
Important notes
Guest-limited distribution; confirm requirements and timing directly with Rose Haven.

Source: Rose Haven

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026 5:00–6:00 PM
WilsonvilleConfirmed 2026

FEC Back to School Resource Event

West Linn-Wilsonville School District Family Empowerment Center

Location
Boeckman Creek Primary School, back playground entrance, 6700 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070
Eligibility
Students from all West Linn-Wilsonville School District schools.
What’s offered
Back-to-school resources and school-supply support.
Important notes
Exact item quantities are not published.

Source: Official WLWV district calendar

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
SalemNew • Confirmed 2026

MIC 5th Annual Back to School Resource Fair

Micronesian Islander Community of Oregon

Location
Chemeketa Community College, Building 2, 4000 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305
Eligibility
Students and families; organizer listing does not state a narrower restriction.
What’s offered
Free backpacks filled with school supplies.
Important notes
While supplies last.

Source: Official MIC Oregon calendar

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
AlbanyConfirmed 2026

Flapjacks & Backpacks

Boys & Girls Club of Albany

Location
Ron Loney Campus; confirm assigned entrance with organizer
Eligibility
Selected applicants / Club children and families.
What’s offered
School supplies, pancake breakfast, haircuts, dental screenings and community resources.
Important notes
Applicants are notified if selected and assigned a shopping time.

Source: Official Boys & Girls Club of Albany

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
RoseburgConfirmed 2026

Back to School Bash ’26

Back to School Resources

Location
2110 Frear St, Roseburg, OR 97471
Eligibility
Open to the public.
What’s offered
School supplies, food, haircuts, entertainment and raffle prizes.
Important notes
Exact supply quantities are not stated.

Source: 211info

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 3:00–4:00 PM
PortlandNew • Confirmed 2026

Back to School Event

Equitable Giving Circle

Location
Portland; registration provides final event details
Eligibility
Black families; registration required.
What’s offered
School supplies, hygiene items, hair-care items and additional resources.
Important notes
Organizer says more information will be added; register and confirm the final location.

Source: Official Equitable Giving Circle event

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Gresham / RockwoodNew • Confirmed 2026

Rock the Block

Rockwood Market Hall / City of Gresham partners

Location
Downtown Rockwood Plaza, 18535 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97233
Eligibility
Free community event; supplies are while available.
What’s offered
Free backpacks, school supplies, kids’ haircuts, live music and community resources.
Important notes
The City of Gresham separately lists Rock the Block on Aug. 22; check the organizer page before travel.

Source: Official Rockwood Market Hall calendar

Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026 5:00–7:00 PM
SpringfieldConfirmed 2026

15th Night Back to School BBQ

15th Night / Back to School Resources

Location
326 Centennial Blvd, Springfield, OR 97477
Eligibility
Students ages 11–21 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or unaccompanied minors.
What’s offered
School supplies, shoes, food, raffle and prizes.
Important notes
5:00–5:30 PM is reserved for students who RSVP.

Source: 211info

Aug. 29–30, 2026 Varies by assigned location
Eugene / Springfield / Junction CityConfirmed 2026

Project Hope Back-to-School Giveaway

One Hope / Project Hope

Location
Five Kids’ Fair locations in the Eugene, Springfield and Junction City area
Eligibility
Pre-selected K–12 students in Bethel, Eugene 4J, Junction City and Springfield districts; student must be present.
What’s offered
New athletic shoes, socks, backpacks filled with school supplies and community resources.
Important notes
Tickets are distributed through participating school districts beginning in mid-August.

Source: Official One Hope FAQ

Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
SalemConfirmed 2026

ServeFest

Back to School Resources / community partners

Location
2856 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97303
Eligibility
Open to the public.
What’s offered
School supplies, kids’ carnival, haircuts, manicures, used clothing, lunch, family photos and prizes.
Important notes
Supplies are subject to availability.

Source: 211info

Ongoing and program-limited resources

These programs may require district enrollment, foster-care status, homelessness eligibility, participation in a partner program or direct advance contact.

NehalemOngoing resource

Back to School Resources

Nehalem Bay Community Services

Schedule
Register yearly by July 15; walk-in Mon/Fri/Sat 10 AM–2 PM, Wed 1–5 PM
Eligibility
Ages 0–18 in the Neah-Kah-Nie School District.
What’s offered
Backpacks, school supplies, clothing and shoes.
Important notes
Confirm current inventory before visiting.

Source: 211info / NBCC

Tigard / Oregon and SW WashingtonOngoing resource

Back-to-School Shopping Event

With Love Oregon

Schedule
August 2026; exact date not public
Eligibility
Eligible resource families caring for children in foster care.
What’s offered
Essential school supplies at no cost.
Important notes
Program event; contact With Love for eligibility and schedule.

Source: Schoolhouse Supplies / With Love

Portland metro school districtsOngoing resource

Tools for Schools

Schoolhouse Supplies

Schedule
Distributed through participating schools
Eligibility
Students at participating schools.
What’s offered
Grade-level supply kits and backpacks at specified schools and district offices.
Important notes
Not a public walk-up event; contact the school office.

Source: Schoolhouse Supplies

Lincoln City / NeotsuOngoing resource

Stuff a Bus School Supplies / Backpacks for Kids

Business for Excellence in Youth

Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Eligibility
Grades K–12.
What’s offered
School supplies throughout the year.
Important notes
Contact the program or school office before visiting.

Source: 211info / Backpacks for Kids

Milwaukie / North ClackamasOngoing resource

Wichita Center for Family and Community

North Clackamas School District

Schedule
Tue/Thu 10 AM–6 PM; Wed 10 AM–4 PM
Eligibility
School-supply services are for enrolled NCSD students.
What’s offered
School supplies, clothes closet, food pantry, hygiene items and family support.
Important notes
Food-pantry eligibility differs; confirm before visiting.

Source: 211info / NCSD

Grants PassOngoing resource

School Supplies and Christmas Presents

Our Foster Kids

Schedule
Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Eligibility
School-age children in foster care.
What’s offered
Back-to-school supplies, Christmas gifts and birthday cards.
Important notes
Contact the organization first.

Source: 211info / Our Foster Kids

Coos BayOngoing resource

ARK of Coos County

ARK Project of Coos County

Schedule
School year Mon–Thu 1–5 PM; summer Tue–Wed 1–5 PM
Eligibility
Ages 0–21 and families experiencing homelessness.
What’s offered
School supplies, food, children’s clothing, hygiene items and referrals.
Important notes
Confirm seasonal hours.

Source: 211info / ARK Project

PendletonOngoing resource

The Food Den

Blue Mountain Community College

Schedule
Tuesday 9 AM–noon; Thursday by appointment
Eligibility
Open to students, staff and community members.
What’s offered
Limited pencils and notebooks, plus food and hygiene items.
Important notes
School supplies are limited and not guaranteed.

Source: BMCC / 211info

Statewide OregonOngoing resource

Family Supports Program

Elysium Sanctuary

Schedule
By request; no public walk-in schedule
Eligibility
Oregon resource/foster families.
What’s offered
School supplies, clothing, activity fees, disability-related supplies and furniture support.
Important notes
Requests are reviewed case by case and are not guaranteed.

Source: Official Elysium Sanctuary

Completed 2026 events

Statewide Oregon locations Completed July 26

TCC School Rocks Backpack Giveaway

The one-day TCC/Verizon Authorized Retailer campaign occurred Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM. It has been removed from the upcoming calendar rather than deleted from the historical record.

  • Coos Bay — 85 Hall Ave
  • Cottage Grove — 1424 E Main St
  • Eugene — 4750 Royal Ave
  • Florence — 2775 US Hwy 101 Ste D
  • Grants Pass — 142 NE Terry Ln
  • Grants Pass — 498 Union Ave
  • Hillsboro — 2227 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy
  • Hood River — 2149 W Cascade Ave Ste 104
  • Madras — 45 NE Plum St
  • Medford — 1315 Center Dr
  • Medford — 1779 N Riverside Dr
  • Molalla — 1585 W Main St
  • Ontario — 1671 E Idaho Ave
  • Oregon City — 2050 Beavercreek Rd Ste 105
  • Portland — 3959 SE Powell Blvd
  • Prineville — 1565 NE 3rd St Unit A
  • Roseburg — 278 NW Garden Valley Blvd
  • Saint Helens — 2296 Gable Rd Ste 240
  • Silverton — 701 McClaine St
  • The Dalles — 400 Mt Hood St

Campaign source: TCC School Rocks

Validation notes

  • Canby corrected: the organizer’s current event page confirms Aug. 4, 2026 from 5:30–7:30 PM. The former “verify date” warning is no longer needed.
  • New organizer-confirmed events: MIC resource fairs in La Grande on Aug. 8 and Salem on Aug. 22.
  • New Portland-area listings: Equitable Giving Circle’s Aug. 22 event and Rock the Block’s Aug. 22 free backpack and school-supply distribution.
  • Bayside address correction retained: 1715 NE 19th St is in Lincoln City, OR 97367, although 211info displays Newport.
  • Publication rule: generic “back-to-school” celebrations are excluded unless a current source explicitly offers backpacks, school supplies or a defined supply-distribution program.
  • Structured data: JSON-LD contains the 26 dated listings; ongoing resources and completed TCC events are excluded from Event markup.