Mission: Global Backpack Project's mission is to encourage a desire for learning by helping children feel prepared for school. With the help of local communities and partner organizations, we seek to make a difference in the lives of children, just as they seek to make a difference for themselves and their communities.

Results: We are supporting the education of 650 girls and boys of Bwetyaaba Primary School in Uganda by providing them with new backpacks, school supplies and required school uniforms. Locally, we are serving at-risk homeless youth of the Portland area by providing them with new backpacks and school supplies.

Target demographics: At-risk school-aged girls and boys

Direct beneficiaries per year: To date in 2011 we have served nearly 350 girls and boys.