Backpack Giveaway
We Care About Their Future
Since 2022, the Saturday Shoppes have given away THOUSANDS of fully loaded backpacks for all ages with the help of our community partners. We provide students with necesary school supplies for their journey of learning.
How to Contribute
You or your organization can get involved by making a financial donation or voluntering during our event to give out the backpacks to the community.
This year, we are giving out 2500 backpacks and 1000 uniforms with your great support!
What’s in the bag?
Each backpack comes fully loaded with essentials like notebooks, pencils, crayons, rulers, and so much more—all for FREE!
For the Whole Family
Our events are perfect for families in need or anyone looking for a little extra help each school year. Let’s come together as a community and make a difference in the lives of our kids.
Timeline
The Beginning – 2022
We distributed 2000 backpacks as Pinellas county’s largest backpack giveaway!
Event Sponsors
Event Sponsors
2023
More than 2700 fully loaded backpacks were given away with our all-star allies: The Rays, St Pete Rotary Club, and Live, Love, St. Pete
We turned Lot 4 of Tropicana Field into a beacon of hope.
2024
Event Sponsors
Outreach
Our goal is to connect the community with local organizations for good.
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Blog
Latest News & Media
Outdoor market returns to Tropicana Field after being displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
A popular outdoor market displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton is back at Tropicana Field.
Rays announce Saturday Shoppes to return to Tropicana Field parking lots
The Rays organization believes in the power of community, and that means supporting and uplifting local businesses that reflect the diversity and strength of our city…
Pet’s Day Out – In the News
Renee Edwards-Perry, Founder of the Saturday Shoppes, gives out details on the 3rd Annual Pet's Day Out event on WTSP-TV.
