Denver7 is once again bringing the community together to Pack A Backpack.
The Pack A Backpack program serves families who are struggling financially. More than 133,000 children under the age of 18 are experiencing poverty in Colorado, according to the Colorado Children’s Campaign. Families with children attending K-12 school spent an average of $890.07 per household on back-to-school items last year, according to the National Retail Foundation. Every year, these families and more struggle to pay for school supplies, which are critical to a student’s success.
“As a news station, we see first-hand the challenges our community faces,” said Brian Joyce, vice president and general manager of Denver7. “Pack A Backpack gives us an opportunity to bring the community together to help solve some of those challenges. We’re committed to making a difference and standing up for what’s right in our community.
“Education is the cornerstone of our nation’s future,” said Major Nesan Kistan, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army Intermountain Division. “Ensuring that every child has access to positive learning experiences and providing essential resources, like backpacks, is more crucial today than ever before.”Les Schwab Tire Centers is one of the largest independent tire dealers in the United States, with more than 7,000 employees and 500 store locations in 12 western states.