Backpack Giveaway 2025

Know a student who needs a backpack and school supplies for the new school year?


Verizon-Cellular Plus in the St. Johns neighborhood of Portland is proud to be giving away FREE BACKPACKS filled with school supplies on Saturday, August 2, from 10am to noon.


<3 No purchase necessary - this is a gift from us to our students.
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No purchase is required—this is simply our way of supporting local students and helping families gear up for a great start to the school year.


If you’re looking for a way to give back, we’re also collecting donations in-store. Everything we receive will go directly to kids in our community.


📍 Mark your calendar: Saturday, August 2!


👉 Important: A child must be present with an adult to receive a free backpack. Supplies are limited and will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. One backpack per student.

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