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

  • During our Food for Kids giveaways on July 23 & August 6 from 4-7 p.m.

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.