Project Backpack is a community-based initiative led by Elgin Community College to benefit students in need, by offering appropriate resources to start a successful school year. Nearly 17,000 students have been helped since 2010!
In response to COVID-19, Project Backpack is coordinating getting backpacks with school supplies to those in need that are enrolled for fall 2020 at Elgin Community College (District 509) or school districts U-46, D300, D301, D303, or D20 - or reside therein. More information on this year's event to follow.
For safety reasons, we will not be collecting donated items. Though, we encourage and appreciate monetary donations/sponsorships in order to purchase supplies.
Project Backpack 2010 Event