About Backpacks for Kids

Columbiana County and rural Mahoning County students, preschool through 12th grade, are invited to The Brightside Project every August to choose a backpack filled with grade-appropriate school supplies at Backpacks for Kids.

  • No pre-registration is required. Parents/Guardians must bring proof of Columbiana County or rural Mahoning County residency.

  • ➼ Single subject notebooks
    ➼ 2-pocket folders
    ➼ Crayola crayons
    ➼ Crayola markers
    ➼ Scissors
    ➼ Pens
    ➼ Pencils
    ➼ Glue Sticks
    ➼ Glue bottles
    ➼ Pencil boxes and pouches
    ➼ Financial contributions

  • Coming Soon

  • Information coming soon

The Brightside Project distributed 726 backpacks full of school supplies in 2025.

More Details

Wanting more details on the Backpacks for Kids program? Perhaps you’re interested in donating or holding a school supplies drive? Fill out this form for more details.

Please note: The Brightside Project’s services and programs are limited to Columbiana County and rural Mahoning County