SAVE THE DATE

Get ready—our annual Back to School Blast is back this summer, and you’re invited! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with tasty treats, exciting summer activities, special guests from the community, and much more.

We’re bringing the celebration to three locations on three separate dates:
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VANCOUVER
2650 Slocan St, Vancouver
Saturday, August 16, 2025

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*The event is open to all families to attend, no registration required
*Backpacks reserved for families in our current programs only, tickets required

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TRI-CITIES
1932 Cameron Ave, Port Coquitlam
Saturday, August 23, 2025

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*The event is open to all families to attend, no registration required
*Backpacks reserved for families in our current programs only, tickets required

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SURREY
‍‍10330 144 St, Surrey
Wednesday, August 20, 2025

PRIVATE EVENT

*Open to pre-registered Food For Families participants only, tickets required

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Note: Backpacks are reserved ONLY for pre-registered families in our current Food for Families program, Adopt-A-School program, and other partner organizations. However, the events in Vancouver and Tri-Cities are open to the public to attend.

This event isn’t just about fun—it’s about making a difference. With your support, we’re aiming to provide backpacks to 1,000 students through referrals from our Food for Families program and other partner organizations serving children from under-resourced communities.

Your generosity will also help power our Adopt-A-School initiative throughout the 2025–26 school year. Together, we can equip over 50 schools across Vancouver, Burnaby, Tri-Cities, and Surrey with vital resources like food programs, hygiene kits, classroom support, extracurricular activities, and more.

Magik Moments, a Photo Booth Rental in Vancouver, will be at this year's event.  Stop by, snap a pic, and see how they’re turning good times into unforgettable keepsakes!
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We are also looking for volunteers to help make this year's event a success. From serving food to greeting to giving haircuts, you can sign up below to volunteer at one of our locations.
Together, we can make back-to-school season brighter for every child.
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Join us today for our Back to School Blast Campaign by donating or signing up to volunteer below. Mark your calendars and spread the word!
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For questions and/or concerns, please reach out to Shar Monillas at sharm@cityreach.org