What’s in a Backpack?

Backpack Outreach

When released at the bus station or airport families have no money, food, water or supplies to provide comfort on their journey.  Our backpacks provide families with basic supplies as they begin their long journey, to reunite with loved ones around the United States. Indicate on your volunteer application if you want to help make these backpacks! A background check is not necessary to pack backpacks. 

If you are interested in becoming a part of our packing team, please contact:

Linda Lowman at llowman@satx.rr.com.

You can also donate funds to our Backpack Outreach here.

Coordinate with the Backpack Coordinator, Linda Lowman, about delivering donations. Her email address is llowman@satx.rr.com.

Backpack: Start with a high school or adult-sized backpack

     Then fill it with the following items:

Hygiene Packs:

A quart-size Ziploc bag filled with:

• 2 individually wrapped toothbrushes
• 1 travel size toothpaste (unboxed)
• 1 package of hand wipes (10-20 wipes per)
• 2 packages travel size Kleenex
• Small comb

Writing Packs:

A sandwich-size Ziploc bag filled with:

• 2 pens
• 1 small note pad

 Other:

• Small blanket (4×6)

Children’s Items (Please do not place in backpacks)

• Small stuffed animals
• Children’s  books – bilingual, picture book, or easy reader