Backpack Giveaways

Backpack giveaway schedule across Erie County through the beginning of September 2025

DateTimePlaceAddressZip CodeNotes
August 15, 202511 am – 1 pmNorthwest Buffalo Community Center155 Lawn Ave, Buffalo, NY14207Free haircuts, school supplies giveaways, books, and emergency kits while supplies last
August 16, 2025starting at 1 pmRiverside ParkBuffalo, NY14207First 100 kids get a free backpack and school supplies
August 16, 20252 pm – 6 pmJFK Park114 Hickory St, Buffalo, NY14204School supplies, food, music, and games
August 16, 202510 am – 1 pmBuffalo Central Terminal495 Paderewski Dr, Buffalo, NY14212Free backpacks, school supplies, ice cream, and face painting
August 16, 202510 am – 11:30 amRural Outreach Center730 Olean Road, East Aurora, NY14052Free school supplies, fresh produce, snacks, prizes, and more. Free and open to all
August 17, 202512 pm – 4 pm142 Forman St, Buffalo, NY14211100 book bags available, first come first served. Bounce house and activities for kids
August 19, 2025starting at 11 am1028 McKinley Parkway, Buffalo, NY14220One backpack per student. Student must be on site to receive. First come, first serve while supplies last
August 19, 20253 pm – 6 pm907 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY14204Book bag giveaway (student must be present). Health information tables, food, free ice cream, games, and raffle. Open to all
August 20, 20253 pm – 5:30 pm1580 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY14211Free haircuts, ear piercing, school supplies (bring your own bag), food, and bounce house
August 20, 20254 pm – 7 pmMolina Healthcare2495 Main St, Suite 349, Buffalo, NY14215Free backpacks while supplies last
August 21, 20256 pm – 8 pmWilliam-Emslie Family YMCA585 William St, Buffalo, NY14206Registration required: https://operations.daxko.com/Online/4004/ProgramsV2/OfferingDetails.mvc?program_id=TMP37394&offering_id=SES1042339&location_id=S2925
August 23, 20251 pm – 5 pm28 Edison Ave, Buffalo, NY14215Free backpacks and supplies, haircuts, food, bounce houses, and games (first come, first served for backpacks and haircuts)
August 23, 202511 am – 4 pmKingsley ParkKingsley St, Buffalo, NY14208Free hairstyles, food, school supplies, and bounce house. Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2dXbShatQGA22uFFcB-EKxyFKQlT0WBkq-BQdo1WwGCM84Q/viewform
August 25, 20256 pm – 8 pmMt Olive Senior Manor Apartments Community Room227 Sheridan Dr (off E Delevan), Buffalo, NY14211Free backpacks and school supplies from Pre-K through high school (children must be present). To register call (716) 390-7945
August 26, 20255 pm – 7 pmWest Side Community Services161 Vermont St, Buffalo, NY14213School supplies, fresh produce, snacks, prizes, and more. Free and open to all
August 29, 202510 am – 12 pmBuffalo Central Terminal495 Paderewski Dr, Buffalo, NY14212Free backpacks, school supplies, food, and take-home art kits
August 29, 20252 pm – 6 pmTowne Gardens Middle Clinton Parking Lot440 Clinton St, Buffalo, NY14204Free backpacks while supplies last, free food
August 30, 202512 pm – 4 pmSchool 18750 West Ave, Buffalo, NY14213Free backpacks and school supplies
August 30, 202511 am – 3 pm1722 Main St, Buffalo, NY14209Registration required: https://render.jotform.com/252104645159051
August 30, 20252 pm – 6 pmNew Cedar Grove Life Changing Church100 Old Maryvale Dr, Cheektowaga, NY14225Backpacks, school supplies, games, and more
August 31, 20252 pm – 6 pmBoone ParkBoone St (off South Park), Buffalo, NY14220School supplies for children 5-15 (child must be present). First come, first serve while supplies last. Free food, raffles, giveaways, vendors, and more
August 31, 20259 am – 5 pm2658 Delaware Ave, Suite 28, Buffalo, NY14216
August 31, 20251 pm – 3 pm335 Doat St, Buffalo, NY14211Free school supplies
August 31, 202512 pm – 4 pm567 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY14207Free haircuts and braids (straight backs and ponytails) – hair must be freshly washed