As a part of our Kenzi’s Kidz program, we began providing backpacks and school supplies for the children who were a part of, or alumni of, the program. As the number of children in the program has grown, so has the number of backpacks and school supplies that we need for them.

Packz4Kidz has grown and not only serves families in our Kenzi’s Kidz program but serves any child in need of new school supplies. As a former teacher for Denver Public Schools, our Founder saw first-hand children arriving on the first day of school without the necessary supplies to be successful and feel like everyone else. It is our goal this year to provide 2,500 low-income children with new backpacks full of school supplies to ensure they start the first day of school with the confidence and supplies they need to be successful. This program serves children in ECE through 12th grade.

Each child will be able to pick out a new backpack full of school supplies and they will also receive a new toothbrush and toothpaste kit. Waterbottles and lunch boxes will be given out on a first come, first served basis as we cannot guarantee one for every child.

Backpacks for children in ECE through 5th grade have different items than those for children in 6th -12th grade. All items are new.

How can you help support this cause!

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Host a backpack drive.

Help us by collecting NEW backpacks, water bottles, lunchboxes and the following school supplies: Crayola crayons, Crayola markers, Crayola coloring pencils, #2 pencils, black and blue pens, pencil pouch, glue sticks, black marbled notebooks, wide ruled and college ruled paper, scissors, and scientific calculators.Get More Info »
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Share the Love!

If you would like to show your support by sharing this cause with your network of friends and family, Click the link below for some sample posts we have created for you to share on your favorite social media platform.Share Your Support »
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Sponsor a Backpack

With a gift of $40, you will sponsor one new backpack filled with school supplies for one child in need.Donate to this cause »
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Sponsor The Event

As a Packz4Kidz Event Sponsor, you will provide smiles and joy to the less fortunate children of Colorado. You will give them a chance to feel good about themselves and to look with hope toward their future.Get More Info »
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Donate Supplies & Packz

Friends, when you are out shopping for school supplies for your kids this year, consider picking up extra supplies and backpacks. Then drop them off at any one of our Packz 4 Kidz Drop-Off Locations June 1st – August 1st. If you would like to donate items for our Packz4Kidz program outside of these dates, you may drop them off at our office Monday – Friday 8 am-4 pm.View our drop off locations »
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Volunteer at our event

This is a perfect opportunity for volunteerism. Bring a few friends, your family (children age 7+) or a group and have a great day at the park. You’ll not only provide backpacks and school supplies to children who would otherwise go without but also a sense of belonging and inclusion to start the school year off right.

We have spots available to volunteer at our Packz4Kidz event. Our goal is to provide 2,500 fully loaded backpacks and thousands of smiles!Volunteer »

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligble to receive school supplies?

Families served by our Kenzi’s Kidz program will receive backpacks yearly for their children. Other families needing assistance will be served on a first come, first served basis. Children need to attend to select their backpack or a birth certificate must be provided for children who are not attending. Children in ECE through – 12th grade will be served. An anonymous survey is required for entrance into the giveaway so we can get funding. 2,500 children will be served.

Do I have to be a resident to receive these services

No, you do not have to be a resident of Colorado to receive services at this Packz 4 Kidz event. You can attend any of our events that are located near you. You may only attend one of the Packz 4 Kidz events per year, per family.

Do I need to sign up or register before the event

No, the event is first come, first served. A completed survey will be required to receive supplies for your child. Survey will be provided at the event.

Is my child required to attend to receive supplies?

Children are encouraged to attend but not required. If your children do not attend, you must have your photo ID and your children’s birth certificates.
One backpack per child filled with new school supplies.

What do I need to bring with me to recive supplies for my child?

  • You will need to bring a birth certificate for each of your children. We WILL NOT accept any other form of proof related to your child(ren).
  • You must bring your picture ID along with the birth certificates of each child.  The ID can be a driver’s license, passport, ID card, etc but it MUST have the parents first and last name and photo on it.

I still have a question not answered here

If you still have questions about Packs 4 Kidz, please fill out the form below and we will get back to you as soon as we can.