Christmas Backpacks were started as a way to supplement food for children during their Christmas break from school. They also were provided with a bible and the Christmas Story. In addition to these items, hygiene items, toys, clothing, and other fun items are included in backpacks.
Below is the history of Christmas Backpack Collections for the ECBA.
Total Backpacks Collected in the ECBA
2015 – 168 Backpacks
2016 – 321 Backpacks
2017 – 700 Backpacks
2018 – 992 Backpacks
2019 – 1,124 Backpacks
2020 – 505 Backpacks
2021 – 528 Backpacks
2022 – 656 Backpacks
2023 – 637 Backpacks
2024 – 637 Backpacks
Information on Backpacks 2025 will be coming in August. Please check back then for information on how to fill a backpack for a child in need.