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Back to School PBC!

 SPANISH / KREYOL

Thank you for your interest in the Back To School PBC! event.  Registration is currently closed due to reaching capacity.

FAQ:

  • When is the event? The event will be held on July 22, 2023.
  • Where is the event?  The event will be held at different locations in Palm Beach County. An invitation will be sent to all registered students, and it will show the location the student has been assigned based on the parent's home address and the agency that the students were registered under.
  • Do I need to bring anything to the event? All registered students must bring an invitation to participate at the event.
  • When will I receive the invitation?  Invitations will be sent out during the first two weeks of July to the email address on file and/or via regular mail.  Some agencies will hand deliver them to the students/parents directly and others mail them out. 
  • How can I volunteer for the event?  This information will be shared as soon as it is available.
  • I missed the deadline.  Can I still register? No. Registrations after the deadline cannot be accepted. Backpacks are being ordered based on those who registered by the deadline and available funding.  Unfortunately, no backpacks can be ordered for those who did not register.
  • When will registration reopen?  Registration will tentatively open around February 1, 2024.
  • Are there other ways to obtain backpacks and school supplies? Please see the table below.


If you have any other questions, please email [email protected].  Exceptions cannot be made to register after the deadline has passed.  Thank you for your understanding.

 

Name Date Time Address Phone Number Description
Back to School 7/19/2023 8am Welcome Center
3300 Forest Hill Blvd, Bldg E
West Palm Beach, FL 33406		 561-434-8197 Free back to school physicals, immunizations, refreshments, and school supplies.
Back to School Bash 7/22/2023 11am - 2pm Cunningham Park
1659 W 29th St
Riviera Beach, FL 33404		 561-255-7711 Free food, haircuts, HIV/STI testing, bookbags with supplies
Back to School 7/26/2023 9am - 6pm Community Health Center of WPB
5205 Greenwood Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33407		 561-840-8681 Must call to pre-register. Limited spots available.  Free school supplies, physicals, vaccines.  Free dental, vision, and hearing screenings.
Back to School Bash 7/28/2023 10am - 12pm 1140 NE 18th St
Belle Glade, FL 33430		 561-983-8496 Free haircuts, new and gently used uniforms, immunizations, school and spots physicals, and food.  DJ Sandy will be providing great music!
Back to School 7/28/2023 5pm - 6:30pm The YMCA
2728 Lake Worth Rd
Lake Worth, FL 33461		 561-968-9622 Must register at the front desk by 7/25/23.  Free school supplies.  A parent/guardian must be present with the child to receive the supplies.  Ages 5-12 only.
Back 2 School Extravaganza 7/29/2023 10am - 1pm 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, FL 33403 561-840-0160 Free Backpacks, School Supplies & Resources For Students Grades K-12. Parents & Student Must Be Present. While supplies last.
Back to School Bash 7/29/2023 10am - 2pm Norman J. Wimbley Gym
1515 Wingfield St
Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460		 561-586-1702 Free backpacks with supplies, free food, and there will be music!  While supplies last.  Kids must be present to receive backpacks or school supplies.  Grades K-12.
Back to School Bash 7/29/2023 12pm - 5pm The Riviera Beach Marina
190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404 		 561-385-4469 Register at https://sincere2000foundation.ticketspice.com/back-to-school-bash2023
Free haircuts and manicures, splash pad, music, free food, mental health & suicide prevention pamphlets. While supplies last.
National Night Out 8/1/2023 6pm - 10pm Tamarind Ave., between 7th and 10th Streets N/A The National Night Out is an event where law enforcement engage their local community. There will be food, DJ music, bounce house, school supplies and other activities to enjoy.
Back to School Health Fair 8/5/2023 8am - 1pm Foundcare
22330 S. Congress Ave, Palm Springs, FL 33406 		 561-432-5849 Registration required spaces and supplies limited: go to https://foundcare.org/back2school
A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child. Free backpacks with school supplies, hearing & vision screenings, school physicals, and vaccines. While supplies last.
Back to School Supplies 8/5/2023 10am - 1pm St John Missionary Baptist Church
900 N Seacrest, Boynton Beach, FL 33435		 561-732-2377 Free backpack with school supplies, vendors & activities.  While supplies last.
Delray Beach Parks & Recreation Unity Festival 8/5/2023 2pm - 9pm Pompey Park
1101 NW 2nd St.
Delray Beach, FL 33444		 561-243-7356  Free backpacks with school supplies. While supplies last.
Angel Books Back 2 School Bash 8/5/2023 2pm Mothers Against Murders Association
West Palm Beach, FL 33409		 561-324-3701 Must be registered to get in the door. Register online at Mamawpb.org, calling, or emailing [email protected].  Upon approval, you will receive a confirmation email with the location.
The Paul Colson Foundation 8/5/2023 3pm - 5pm 209 NW 9th Ct.
Boynton Beach, FL 33435		 561-900-4271 One backpack per child and the child must be present. Food, giveaways, refreshments, and more. While supplies last.