2nd Annual Military Child Backpack
About this Event
🎒🇺🇸 2nd Annual Military Child Backpack Giveaway 🇺🇸🎒
Akahina Gives Back Hope 501(c)(3), in partnership with Strong Families Strong Children of Orange County, is proud to present our 2nd Annual Military Child Backpack Giveaway!
As a military family-owned and purpose-driven organization, Akahina Home Care, Akahina Wellness, and Akahina Gives Back Hope are committed to honoring and supporting the military families who sacrifice so much for our country. This special event is dedicated to celebrating the strength, resilience, and contributions of our military children, the true heroes behind our service members.
We are excited to welcome Children of Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve Military Families. All military-connected families are welcome!
We invite military parents, children, community partners, vendors, and supporters to come together as we celebrate and support our military families and their young heroes.
⚠️ Important Registration Information:
- Registration is required for each child.
- The child MUST be present at the event to receive a backpack and school supplies.
- No Child = No Backpack.
- Supplies are limited and available while quantities last.
🎉 Don't miss this incredible opportunity to celebrate, connect, and receive valuable back-to-school resources for your family!
Only 150 backpacks will be distributed this year, so register early to secure your child's spot!
We look forward to celebrating with you and showing our military families how much they are appreciated. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our military children.
Register today before all spots are filled!
Calling All Vendors!
We are currently seeking 10 community vendors to participate in this meaningful event.
We welcome:
✅ VA and Veteran Service Organizations
✅ Nonprofit Organizations
✅ Military and Veteran-Owned Businesses
✅ Community Resource Providers
✅ Health & Wellness Organizations
✅ Family and Youth Support Programs
This event provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with military families, share valuable resources, increase community awareness, and support our local heroes and their children.
Vendor spaces are limited to 10 participants and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
If your organization would like to participate, we encourage you to register early and reserve your spot today!
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
2nd Annual Military Child Backpack Giveaway
Info: Activities run continuously from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM while registration remains open until 2:00 PM. ✨
🕑: 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Registration & Check-In
Info: Registration and check-in will begin at 9:30 AM and remain open until 2:00 PM.
Families are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all event activities and to ensure ample time to visit vendors and community resources, and to participate in raffles and giveaways.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Family Fun Activities, Resources & Community Celebration
Info: Throughout the day, families can enjoy:
Backpack and School Supply Distribution
Live DJ Entertainment
Photo Booth Fun
️ Raffle Tickets and Prize Drawings
VA Resource Vendors
Nonprofit Organizations
Community Business Vendors
⭐ Military-Owned Businesses
Akahina Wellness Tours and Wellness Experiences
Food Vendors
Family-Friendly Activities and Games
Opportunities to connect with military families and community partners
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Final Raffle Drawings & Closing Celebration
Info: Grand Prize Drawings
Community Recognition and Appreciation
Final Backpack Distribution (while supplies last)
Closing Remarks
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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