Every child in our community deserves to start the new school year feeling equipped and confident to succeed in their studies, even amid uncertain times. In this grand event, we aim to distribute over 750 bookbags filled with school supplies to help our children thrive this school year.

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$15

Supplies Only

Supply the Essentials Cover the cost of notebooks, pencils, folders, and other key items that help a student feel prepared and ready

$20

Bookbag Only

Gift a Sturdy Bookbag Give a student a strong, long-lasting backpack to carry their dreams and tools for learning.

$35

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.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

SCHOOL SPIRIT SPONSOR

A GIFT OF $1,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 40 children.

benefits:

  • 5 volunteers
  • Light bites and refreshments
  • Photo Op with Be Strong International
  • Company logo included in the poster at the event
  • Logo placement in the pre and post event emails and website.

Community friend

A GIFT OF $2,500: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 100 children.

benefits:

  • 10 volunteers
  • Light bites and refreshments
  • Photo Op with Be Strong International
  • Prominent logo placement in the event poster, pre and
    post event emails and website
  • Logo placement in the back of event t-shirts (including 10 t-shirts)
  • Logo placement in step and repeat
  • Mention throughout the event

PRESENTING SPONSOR

A GIFT OF $10,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 400 children.

benefits:

  • 10 volunteers
  • Light bites and refreshments
  • Photo Op with Be Strong International
  • Presenting Sponsor (best) logo placement in the event poster , pre and post event emails, website, and social media
  • promotional material
  • Presenting Sponsor (best) logo placement in the back of event t-shirts (including 10 t-shirts)
  • Presenting Sponsor (best) logo placement in step and repeat
  • Mention throughout the event
  • Exclusive post on social media
  • Mention in press release 1 minute of speaking time for a representative at the event

COMMUNITY AMBASSADOR

A GIFT OF $5,000: Can provide bookbags full of school
supplies for 200 children.

benefits:

  • 10 volunteers
  • Light bites and refreshments
  • Photo Op with Be Strong International
  • Community Champion logo placement in the event poster, pre and post event emails, website, and social media
  • promotional material
    Community Champion logo placement in the back of event t-shirts (including 10 t-shirts)
  • Community Champion logo placement in step and repeat
  • Mention throughout the event

TITLE SPONSOR (Exclusive)
$15,000

Be the driving force behind Back-to-School Strong by being the main event supporter and bookbag hero!

IT TAKES A VILLAGE SPONSOR (3)
$10,000

As a major sponsor, you will put tools of success into the hands of our future leaders.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PARTNER
$5,000

Be a key partner in changing lives-because when families feel supported, communities grow stronger.

WELLNESS SPONSOR (1)
$5,000

Support the community by sponsoring essential refreshments for our Back-to-School event.

bookbag builder sponsor $2,500

Sponsor our bookbag packing efforts to provide full bookbags for smiling children, and grateful families who know they’re not alone.

COMMUNITY FRIEND $1,000

Your sponsorship helps provide resources and sends a message to children that they matter

Watch the Gallery of Last Year’s Back To School Strong Event

Bookbags Distribution Event

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!

See Memorable Moments From Our Past Events

Transform Lives, One Heart at a Time

by Be Strong International

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Transform Lives, One Heart at a Time

For over 30 years, Be Strong International has been a beacon of hope for underserved communities in South Florida and beyond, empowering individuals and families to build healthy, lasting relationships. Through our Heart Skills® framework, we provide lifechanging relationship education that empowers people to thrive by fostering connection, understanding, and resilience.

Today, many youth face challenges like loneliness and isolation that threaten their wellbeing. Your support allows us to tackle this crisis head-on, using proven strategies to heal and strengthen relationships.

When you give, you’re changing lives—helping families and individuals heal, one heart at a time. Together, we can create a brighter, more connected future. Join us in making a difference today.

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