{"id":3774,"date":"2025-08-06T20:00:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T20:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/?p=3774"},"modified":"2025-08-06T20:02:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T20:02:27","slug":"backpacks-of-hope-bc-communities-unite-to-transform-back-to-school-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/2025\/08\/06\/backpacks-of-hope-bc-communities-unite-to-transform-back-to-school-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Backpacks of Hope: BC Communities Unite to Transform Back-to-School Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In communities across British Columbia, The Salvation Army is transforming the back-to-school experience into a celebration of hope and possibility. From Vancouver&#8217;s bustling Fraser Street to the valley communities of Langley and the coastal heart of Port Alberni, each backpack represents more than just school supplies \u2013 it represents a community coming together to ensure every child starts their academic year with confidence and dignity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img width=\"1023\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/FullSizeR.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/FullSizeR.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/FullSizeR-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/FullSizeR-768x462.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gateway of Hope volunteers &amp; staff delivering school supplies <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Province United in Purpose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We cover all the way out to Aldergrove, across the freeway to Walnut Grove, and throughout both Langley City and Township,&#8221; explains Dan Donkers, Operations Manager at <a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayofhope.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Salvation Army Gateway of Hope<\/a> in Langley. This expanded reach will support approximately 900 students this year, demonstrating how local initiatives can grow to meet community needs while maintaining personalized support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/albernivalleysa.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Salvation Army Alberni Valley<\/a>, Major Michael Ramsay shares how their program creates opportunities for the entire community to participate. &#8220;When children come in with their parents or grandparents, they themselves can make a donation that helps another child,&#8221; he explains. &#8220;Children helping children opens the door for a brighter future.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, in Vancouver, <a href=\"https:\/\/salvationarmyvan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boundless Vancouver&#8217;s<\/a> Back-to-School Program serves over 120 families annually, creating a welcoming space where families enjoy game stations and activities while receiving essential supplies. This year Boundless Vancouver gave out nearly 200 backpacks and school supplies to families who need it most. This approach transforms what could be a challenging experience into a joyful community celebration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community in Action<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Across these communities, The Salvation Army&#8217;s back-to-school initiatives showcase the power of local solutions. From volunteer drivers in Langley to intergenerational giving in Port Alberni and family-friendly events in Vancouver, each community adapts its approach to meet unique local needs while maintaining the core mission of supporting student success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;We work with what we have and make sure everybody gets taken care of. Even when resources are limited, we find ways to ensure every student has what they need to start their school year with dignity. It&#8217;s about more than just supplies &#8211; it&#8217;s about giving each child an equal opportunity to succeed.&#8221; &#8211; Dan Donkers, Operations Manager, The Salvation Army Gateway of Hope<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"3823\" src=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0188-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"3779\" src=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/07\/20240816_123838-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"3808\" src=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/britishcolumbia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/08\/IMG_0297-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Backpacks distributed to local children.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Join Your Community in Giving Hope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every backpack, every pencil, and every smile makes a difference. Find your local Salvation Army and join us in supporting students across British Columbia: <a href=\"https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/donate-to-specific-location\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Donate Now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By Sipili Molia&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In communities across British Columbia, The Salvation Army is transforming the back-to-school experience into a celebration of hope and possibility. 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