Backpacks & school supplies
School-year essentials for K–8 students.
Everything is freeSaturday, August 13:00–7:00 PM
Register a Student
The Twin Love ProjectA people-powered foundationRegister a StudentThe Twin Love Project presents
Everything families need to start the school year strong—at no cost.
Join us for free school supplies, fresh haircuts, food, music, games, family activities, and exciting giveaways for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade.

School supplies
Family fun
We’re building brighter futures.
Date
Saturday, August 1Time
3:00–7:00 PMLocation
Adams Park Recreation CenterStudents
Kindergarten–8th gradeMark your calendar
The event begins August 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
Come for the school-year essentials and stay for the music, activities, food, and community. There is no admission charge.
What’s happening
School-year essentials for K–8 students.
Professional student haircuts while capacity lasts.
Special gift bags prepared while supplies last.
Active, family-friendly fun for young guests.
Colorful designs created by event artists.
Fun balloon creations for children to enjoy.
Oversized games for students, families, and friends.
Music and an upbeat atmosphere all afternoon.
Food and refreshments available while supplies last.
Special prizes and experiences during the event.
School supplies, haircuts, food, gift bags, and other limited-quantity items are available while supplies or service capacity last.
Plan your visit
Registration helps our team plan supplies, staffing, and a safe experience. One household registration can include up to four children. Supplies are prioritized for Pre-K/Kindergarten through 8th grade while supplies last. The operational attendance limit is 100 people onsite, including children and accompanying adults.
Provide the requested information for each student.
Check the event details and important safety reminders.
Our welcome team will help your family get started.
Special giveaways
Look for opportunities to enter these featured giveaways during the event. Official eligibility, entry, drawing, and winner-notification details will be published before entries open.
PS5 console giveaway
Apple iPad giveaway
Escape-room experience giveaway
No entry method is active yet. Official rules will be linked here before giveaway entries open.
Powered by people
Every volunteer, partner, and donor helps us serve more students with care.
Give your time
Help welcome families, organize supplies, support activities, or join the setup and cleanup teams.
Ask about volunteeringBuild brighter futures
Support supplies, food, student services, activities, or event operations as a community partner.
Become a sponsorEvery gift helps
Help provide school-year essentials and free community-centered programming.
Ask about donatingPlan your arrival
Please allow time for parking, check-in, and activity lines. Follow event signage and volunteer directions when you arrive.
Open directionsParking, accessible entrance, and weather-plan details will be added here when confirmed.
Questions answered
Start here for the information families ask for most. If you still need help, our email is at the bottom of every page.
Email our teamYes. Admission and the listed activities are free. Some supplies, services, food, gift bags, and prizes are limited and available while quantities or capacity last.
The Back-to-School Bash is designed for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade and their families.
Yes. Advance registration is expected so our team can plan for a safe, organized event. Walk-in participation will depend on remaining capacity.
Yes. Separate registrations are acceptable when children need different guardian attendance plans. Otherwise, use one household registration for up to four children.
Use a separate registration only when children need different attendance plans. A guardian may remain onsite or select drop-off and return for pickup, using the authorized pickup process.
Use one household registration to add up to four children. Please submit separate registrations only if children need different guardian attendance plans.
Guardians are encouraged to remain onsite. If you need to leave and return, select the drop-off option during registration. Children must be checked in and released only through the authorized pickup process; a pickup code and photo ID may be required.
No. Supplies are available while quantities last. Registration helps with planning but does not guarantee a particular item.
Haircuts will be offered during event hours while service capacity lasts. Queue details will be shared before the event.
Eligibility, entry, drawing, and winner-notification details will be provided in the official giveaway rules before entries open.
Yes. Free food and refreshments are planned while supplies last.
Email twinloveproject@gmail.com and our team will help you.
Community makes this possible
Confirmed sponsor and community-partner logos will appear here.
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About us
Our mission is to empower children and families by providing essential resources, educational support, and community-driven programs that inspire hope and opportunity.
Through events, outreach initiatives, and meaningful partnerships, we are committed to making a lasting impact by helping families thrive and strengthening the communities we serve.
Year-round impact
Programs and resources that help young people learn, prepare, and succeed.
Practical support that helps children and families meet immediate needs.
Programs shaped by the strengths and priorities of the communities we serve.
Welcoming experiences that connect people with resources and one another.
Collaboration with schools, churches, businesses, nonprofits, and neighbors.
Long-term relationships and opportunities that help families thrive.
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Let’s connect
Have a question about the Bash, volunteering, donations, or community partnerships? We would love to hear from you.
Email The Twin Love Projecttwinloveproject@gmail.com
Let’s help students start strong