Join Councilmember Trayon White in collaboration with Crystal McNeal of the Davon Thomas McNeal Foundation for their annual "Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway & Community Fun Day."

This event is open to ALL WARD 8 students preparing to return to school. This event will take place tomorrow:

Saturday, August 13, 2022

12 PM-4 PM

Bald Eagle Recreation Center 

100 Joliet Street SW, Washington, DC 20032

We encourage all families to register their students that may need a backpack and school supplies this year. To participate in this event, residents must:

***ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS***

• Be a Ward 8 resident.
• Present photo ID.
• Present proof of residency (a current utility bill or lease with a Ward 8 address is acceptable).

We are excited to bring this annual event to the community and send our scholars back to school with confidence. This year, we have a host of activities for families to enjoy, including:

• Moon bounces 
• Face painting
• 360 Photobooth
• Game Truck
• Popcorn & Cotton Candy Concessions
• Live DJ
• Health Resources
• COVID-19 Vaccinations and boosters
• Free haircuts! Barbers and braiders, and more

For questions or concerns about eligibility requirements, please email: [email protected] or call 202-724-8045.