Thanks to the incredible support from the Village of Palmetto Bay, our generous sponsors, dedicated volunteers, and the amazing BSI staff, we not only met that goal—we exceeded it. Despite the scorching heat, your commitment and teamwork made it possible to provide over 750 children with high-quality supplies, giving them a strong start to the academic year.
Your efforts have planted seeds of confidence and hope in these young students, improving their chances for a successful school year. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and heart. Together, we’ve made a lasting impact on our community.
Thank you for showing up, for caring, and for making a difference.
Supplies Only
Supply the Essentials Cover the cost of notebooks, pencils, folders, and other key items that help a student feel prepared and ready
Bookbag Only
Gift a Sturdy Bookbag Give a student a strong, long-lasting backpack to carry their dreams and tools for learning.
Fully Equipped Bookbag
Equip a Student for Success Provide one child with a durable, fully-stocked backpack filled with all the essentials they need to start the school year with confidence.
A GIFT OF $1,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 40 children.
A GIFT OF $2,500: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 100 children.
A GIFT OF $10,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 400 children.
A GIFT OF $5,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 200 children.
Be the driving force behind Back-to-School Strong by being the main event supporter and bookbag hero!
As a major sponsor, you will put tools of success into the hands of our future leaders.
Be a key partner in changing lives-because when families feel supported, communities grow stronger.
Support the community by sponsoring essential refreshments for our Back-to-School event.
Sponsor our bookbag packing efforts to provide full bookbags for smiling children, and grateful families who know they’re not alone.
Your sponsorship helps provide resources and sends a message to children that they matter
Every year, Be Strong International partners with several institutions, including Miami-Dade County and their Commissioners, Churches and other nonprofits, to distribute all the bookbags full of quality school supplies throughout the community, making sure they are given to the most high-need families and helping their kids to start the year STRONG!
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