Troutdale business to distribute backpacks, school supplies at end of month

A Troutdale business is giving away free backpacks stuffed with school supplies at the end of the month to brighten kids’ dwindling summer.

Verizon-Cellular Plus will distribute the backpacks from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 27, at the store, 3163 S.W. 257th Drive, next to Walgreens in the Albertsons shopping center.

“We are delighted to support our local community by providing students with new backpacks and essential school supplies,” said President Adam Kimmet. “We hope this event eases some financial challenges for families.”

“It's incredibly rewarding to see children leave the store sporting a new backpack, and ready to start the school year with confidence,” he added.

The Backpack to School program is supported by contributions from employees, customers and vendor partners. An internal employee donation drive was organized, with donations from customers as well.

The backpacks and school supplies are free, with no purchase needed to qualify. A child must be present with an adult to claim a backpack. Supplies are limited, and the distribution will be first-come, first-served.

Cellular Plus is a Verizon-authorized retailer that was founded in 1998 and headquartered in Billings, Montana. Learn more at Cellularplus.com.