Thrive Drive


Thrive Drive is our annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive designed to support families, strengthen community ties, and ensure children are equipped to thrive in the upcoming school year. More than just a backpack giveaway,Thrive Drive is a vibrant, family-friendly event where education meets empowerment, and every parent and caregiver—whether a dad, grandparent, kinship caregiver, homeschooler, or bilingual family—can feel welcomed, informed, and supported.

Key Features

Free Backpacks and School Supplies

Family Resource Fair

Literacy Spotlight – “The Book Nook Express

Children’s Activities

Parent & Caregiver Engagement

Event Purpose

Thrive Drive exists to:

  • Equip students with essential school supplies to start the year prepared.
  • Empower families with educational resources, tools, and information to support their children’s learning journey.
  • Engage the community through connection, collaboration, and celebration.
  • Elevate literacy as a foundational skill for lifelong learning.

Key Impacts – Thrive Drive

500+ Backpacks

Over 150 Parents and Families Reached

Over 450+ Books and Resources Given

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, hundreds of students entered the school year prepared, empowered, and ready to thrive—one backpack at a time.

Through meaningful connection and support, families felt seen, strengthened, and better equipped to champion their children’s growth.

Thanks to our partners, we were able to provide books to readers of all ages, and parent resources such as academic guides, posters, workbooks, and even access to tutoring support.

Thrive Drive 2025

Become an Agent of Change 

Empower Sponsor $1,000+

  • Every benefit of being an ‘Engage Partner’ and:
    • Social media spotlight (pre- and post-event)
    • Speaking opportunity at event
    • Featured on website for 12 months

Equity Partner $500+

  • Every benefit of being an ‘Engage Partner’ and:
    • Logo on event materials
    • Social media mention
    • Website listing for 6 months

Engage Partner $100+

  • Table at event
  • Name listed on event signage
  • Website listing for 3 months
  • Opportunity to join ongoing community outreach efforts

Volunteer For Thrive Drive!

According to a report by Points of Light, volunteer-powered nonprofits are more effective at reaching marginalized communities, offering tailored resources like educational tools, family trainings, and personal support that empower lasting change.

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