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 August 3, 2024.
- 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 January 2, 2025.
- Are there other ways to obtain backpacks and school supplies? For the latest copy of the list, please visit 211's website. As a courtesy, some of the events are listed below. Please access their website for all of the latest information.
Date | Time | City | Name | Location | Phone Number | Event Notes |
29-Jun | 10am - 2pm | West Palm Beach | Iglesia New Life | 2390 South Military Trl, WPB, FL, 33415 | [email protected] | Will provide backpacks with school supplies, games, resources and light refreshments. While supplies last. |
13-Jul | 10am - 3pm | West Palm Beach | Back to School Bash | 2400 Metrocenter Blvd | 561-805-9927 | Free Haircuts, Children's Health Services, Backpacks, Face Painting, Eye Exams & More! |
17-Jul | 9am - 4pm | West Palm Beach | Back to School Bash | Community Health Center of WPB 5205 Greenwood Ave. |
561-840-8681 | Must call to preregister. Limited spots available. Free school supplies, physicals, and vaccines. Free dental, vision, and hearing screenings. |
18-Jul | 9:00 AM | West Palm Beach | Back to School Event | Welcome Center 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. Bldg. E |
561-434-8197 | Until supplies run out. Free back to school (physicals?), immunizations, refreshments, and school supplies. |
26-Jul | 5pm - 6:30pm | Lake Worth Beach | Back to School Event | The YMCA 2728 Lake Worth Rd |
561-968-9622 | Must register at the front desk by 7/1/24 until slots are full. Ages 5-12 only. Free school supplies. A parent/guardian must be present with the child to receive the supplies. |
27-Jul | 10am - 1pm | Lake Worth Beach | Back to School Bash | Norman J. Wimbley Gym 1515 Wingfield St. |
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. |
27-Jul | TBD | Palm Springs | FoundCare Back to School Health Fair | FoundCare 2330 S. Congress Ave. |
Registration required (Registration date TBD - Check back later) - spaces and supplies limited. Parent or legal guardian must accompany child. Free backpacks with school supplies, hearing & vision screenings, school physicals, vaccines. | |
27-Jul | 10am - 2pm | Riviera Beach | Back to School Bash | Cunningham Park 1658 W. 29th St |
561-255-7711 | Free food, haircuts, HIV/STI testing, bookbags with supplies. While supplies last. Triple H Ministries |
3-Aug | 12pm - 5pm | Riviera Beach | Back to School Bash | 190 E. 13th St | 561-385-4469 | Registration required at www.sincere2000.org (registration link will be posted to the website soon). Free haircuts and manicures, splash pad, music, free food, mental health & suicide prevention pamphlets. While supplies last. |
6-Aug | 6pm - 9pm | Delray Beach | National Night Out Against Crime | Old School Square on the great lawn 51 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, 33444 |
561-314-8519 | This free annual event aims to build on and create new relationships between police officers and the community we serve. Event features free food, resources, giveaways, police demonstrations, and activities for kids. Access to crime prevention and other services. |
10-Aug | 10am - 1pm | Lake Park | Back 2 School Extravaganza | 535 Park Ave | 561-840-0160 | Free Backpacks, School Supplies & Resources For Students Grades K-12. Parents & Student Must Be Present. While supplies last. |
10-Aug | TBD | West Palm Beach | Angel Books Back 2 School Bash | To Be Determined | 561-324-3701 | Registration starts on July 25, 2024. Open until slots are full. Must be registered to get in the door. Register either online at www.mamawpb.org, by calling 561-324-3701, or emailing [email protected]. Upon approval, the confirmation email will contain the location of the event. Mothers Against Murderers Association. |
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.