By Devi Bridgemohan
As summer starts to wind down and families begin preparing for the school year ahead, Neighbor to Neighbor (NtN) launches its annual Backpack Distribution. This initiative ensures that children in our community have the tools they need to start the school year.
This year’s event was a resounding success thanks to a powerful combination of generosity and strong community partnerships. Through the incredible support of the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation, NtN received a donation of 900 Under Armour backpacks. Designed for middle and high school-aged students, these backpacks were also filled with essential items including school supplies and reusable water bottles.
For many families, the back-to-school season can be financially overwhelming. Purchasing backpacks and other supplies can place a significant burden on already tight household budgets. At NtN, we’re closing this gap by ensuring every student has a fair start to their academic year.
We credit this year’s distribution success to our community partners, who helped us extend our reach and serve even more children across different neighborhoods. We were proud to work alongside the YMCA, Barbara’s House, and Jewish Family Services (JFS) of Greenwich. Each of these organizations played a vital role in supporting families year-round, and their involvement in the Backpack Distribution helped ensure that the right resources got into the hands of those who needed them most.
The event had a positive ripple effect beyond the recipients. Volunteers of all ages came together to pack and organize backpacks, sort supplies, and help with distribution. For many, it was a chance to give back, connect with neighbors, and be part of something truly meaningful.
This year’s Backpack Distribution also reaffirmed NtN’s commitment to its core mission: to strengthen the Greenwich community by providing access to nutritious food, clothing, and other essentials in an atmosphere of kindness and respect.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our community partners and the many volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the event successful. Together, we made a real difference.
Neighbor to Neighbor is a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the lives of Greenwich residents by increasing access to food and basic living necessities. To learn more visit www. ntngreenwich.org.
Devi Bridgemohan is the Marketing & PR Coordinator of Neighbor to Neighbor.
