Operation Backpack® has been an annual initiative of Volunteers of America Michigan (VOAMI) since 2009. It is aimed at providing backpacks, school supplies, and optimism to children belonging to low income households or those who have encountered homelessness in the Metro Detroit area.

Students who have the necessary supplies, such as pencils, notebooks, and backpacks, are better prepared to engage in classroom activities and complete assignments. Without these supplies, children may struggle to keep up with their peers and may experience stress and anxiety that can negatively impact their academic performance. Providing students with the necessary school supplies can help level the playing field and give every student an equal opportunity to succeed academically.

ICI is hosting a school supplies donation drive to support the efforts of Operation Backpack. You can help us by purchasing and donating any quantity/variety of the school supplies included on our Signup Genius page.

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