Project Backpack(“PBP”) is a subsidiary of H.E.L.P. for Youth Canada Society. It is a community-based campaign that facilitates the hands-on charitable efforts of local schools, clubs, small and large companies who want to make a difference in the lives of Vancouver’s unhoused youth.
PBP offers a simple & low cost way to show empathy towards these vulnerable youth.
PBP donates the backpacks, then donors fill them with items that help street youth survive. These packs are delivered to various youth agencies in Vancouver for distribution.
The program is ideal for community-service campaigns in schools & seasonal-giving campaigns for companies.
Anyone can participate and every little bit helps. To date we’ve had participation from students, small and large corporations, clubs and individuals.
Would you or your school like to join in? Download our Starter Kit here.
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Project Backpack dropped off 40 backpacks to the Global Nomads at Mulgrave School in West Vancouver. They will run their campaign later this month and fill the packs with items for The Hollyburn Society and their Youth Safe House. Thank you!
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Project Backpack is back after the summer and yesterday we kicked off our 21st Annual Campaign with a virtual presentation with the Global Nomads at Mulgrave School in West Vancouver. They will be running their campaign at the end of October and will be filling backs to support the Hollyburn Youth Safe House. Good luck with your campaign Global Nomads!
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PBP is celebrating 21 years! Please join us!
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Thank you to all the participating schools and corporations in this year’s 20th Annual Project Backpack Campaign!! It was a successful one and we are deeply grateful for all your support. By working together, we make a difference in the lives of hundreds of youth whose circumstances are challenging. We will see you next year and hope your summer is a good one. ☀️
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Our last school pick up this morning! A small group of students at Ridgeway Elementary School did an end of the year donation to PBP. Every little bit helps youth on the streets. Thank you.
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