As we look ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, many students in our community will be excited to head back to class. For some, that excitement is overshadowed by the stress of not having basic school supplies on their first day. A backpack filled with the essentials can make a world of difference in a student’s confidence, preparedness, and not feeling left out.
This year the need is great as we face greater uncertainty around the impact of tariffs, significant costs in housing and general rising costs of living here in Toronto. Your donation can empower a student to learn with confidence, ease the burden on families who are struggling and set the tone for a positive school year.
A $25
donation = one backpack for a student,
and a $30 total donation ensures it includes the
essentials.
How you can help:
- Make a monetary donation towards the purchase of a backpack and supplies on School Cash Online (select the “TDSB Backpack Campaign” from the drop down menu).
- Donate a new backpack or school supplies. We are accepting donations of new backpacks and school supplies (gender neutral in colour, basic school supplies such as pencils, crayons, calculators etc.). Please complete our Donation Information Form.
- Spread the word with colleagues, friends and family.