Operation Backpack®

In the summer of 2024, Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania’s (VOAPA) Operation Backpack® initiative collected over 1,300 backpacks and thousands of school supplies to distribute to students, across the Commonwealth!

As summer came to a close, our dedicated staff, community partners, and volunteers held several fun-filled distribution events across Pennsylvania. Hundreds of students and their families gathered at these events to receive their brand-new backpacks filled with supplies — all thanks to you!

We continue to collect funds year-round to purchase necessary backpacks and school supplies for next year.

How you can help:

The average cost:

Send your contribution check to:

Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania, Attn: Operation Backpack,
2112 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103

For questions about Operation Backpack® in Pennsylvania, contact Lindsey at lglassberg@voapa.org

Thank you to our Operation Backpack® sponsors:

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