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Welcome!

Thanks for joining our mission to help 12,000 New York students succeed in school this year.

About the Campaign

Imagine the joy on a child's face when they receive a backpack filled with everything they need for school. With your monthly gift, you can make that moment happen over and over again. By committing to a small monthly donation, you’re not just giving supplies – you’re giving hope, confidence, and the chance for a brighter future.

Your support means the world to these kids.
Donate Monthly Today and Be a Hero Every Month!

Check out the levels of support below!

Monthly donation

Monthly Backpack Advocate:

Advocate for education equality by providing a supply-filled backpack for one child every month, ensuring they have the tools they need to thrive in school.
$
35
USD
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Monthly donation

Afterschool Backpack Champion:

Champion afterschool programs by providing backpacks for five young people every month, empowering them with educational resources and opportunities for growth.
$
75
USD
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Monthly donation

Family Backpack Ally:

Become an ally for families in need by providing backpacks and school supplies for a family of four every month, supporting their educational journey together.
$
120
USD
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Monthly donation

Classroom Backpack Hero:

Be a hero for education by providing backpacks and school supplies for two classrooms of 30 students each month, ensuring all students have the tools they need to succeed academically.
$
150
USD
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Monthly donation

Trauma Recovery Partner:

Partner with young people overcoming trauma by providing backpacks and essential supplies for six children every month, fostering resilience and hope.
$
200
USD
Donate
Monthly donation

Community Backpack Builder:

Build stronger communities by providing backpacks for elementary school classrooms, supporting 71 participants in youth development programs each month.
$
250
USD
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Did you know...

"Families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $890 on school items, approximately $25 more than last year!"
- The National Retail Foundation.

The Child Center of NY's goal is to ease the financial burden on families and empower children to focus on their education.

Every dollar you donate goes directly towards purchasing fully stocked backpacks.

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The Child Center of NY is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

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