Our 9th annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway is happening Sunday, August 1 from 1-4PM. TCC stores across the country will be giving away free backpacks filled with school supplies. While supplies last. One backpack per child.
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*Call your local TCC store to see if they are participating in the Backpack Giveaway and if your child is required to attend with you.
About the Giveaway
This event is a favorite amongst our employees and our customers, and it’s a cause that resonates with a lot of people. Each year, it costs more and more money to send one child to school. According to the most recent Huntington Backpack Index , it costs $1,017 to send one child to elementary school, $1,277 to send one child to middle school, and $1,668 to send one child to high school.
When a child shows up to their first day of school with the right supplies, they’ll feel more prepared and confident. We want as many kids as possible to feel ready to take on the school year and achieve great things, which is why we give away these free backpacks and school supplies!
Our Giving
This giveaway is just one of the four Community Events we host throughout the year. Each event helps a different group of people in our local communities. Currently, our events help teachers, kids, students, and veterans. If you would like to learn more about our Community Events and other ways we give back, visit our website here.
See you at our School Rocks Backpack Giveaway on August 1! Find a giveaway near you here. Call your local TCC store to see if they are participating.
Hi . Can u send the address and location to collect free backpacks for my kids.
Hi Masarath!
You can find your closest giveaway by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
Thank you!
-Tori, TCC
Address please
Hi Katharina!
You can find your closest giveaway by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
I’m so thankful about this program because sometimes I don’t have enough to buy what they need. I appreciate it.
This is exactly why we do this event! We’re so glad we can help make things a little easier. 🙂
-Tori, TCC
Where can I take my daughter for the free backpack giveaway.
Hi Michelle!
You can find your closest giveaway by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
How can i go aboit getting help with back pack which i call bookbags for my15 grandchildren that i help take care of 7 of them live with me.the 7 grandkids that live with me are Dustin Ethan Jeremiah Lena candace kaylee sophia zeth brayden.an theothers are Nevaeh Zoey an Aubrey.so if you can help or no were i can get help please let me know thanks sincerly DonnaScott
Hello Donna,
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
I would recommend you call your local store that day to see if they are able to accommodate you.
-Tori, TCC
I live in gallant Alabama where is the closest one to me for backpack give away
Hello Thelma!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Do the children have to come in or are the parents/grandparents
Allowed to pick them up. I was looking for two
#1 kindergarten
#1 middle school
Hi Nancy!
This year, kids do not need to be present, but you are more than welcome to bring them to our fun event! You can find your closest giveaway here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
I called our local store and was told the children DO need to be with the parent or grandparent when picking up a backpack. Is this at the discretion of the individual stores?
Hi Peggy!
Yes, this year it is up to the individual stores whether or not children will be required to attend their giveaway.
-Tori, TCC
Weirton Wv
Hello Lesa!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
I wanted to win free backpack for school
Hi Diem!
You don’t need to enter to win a free backpack; our TCC locations around the US are giving them out for free. You can find your closest location here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
This a great idea for kids and certainly a help for the parents… THANKS SO MUCH for your help
Preparing kids to go back to school is so important (and expensive!!), so we are thrilled that we can help make things a little easier around this time of year. 🙂
-Tori, TCC
I am raising a 10 year old girl and I need all the help I can get
Hi Tammy!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your town/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Please tell me how I can get the backpack and supplies for my child I also need some back to school clothes if there’s any way you can help this will be her first year there she starts kindergarten thank you and God bless
Hello Nisha!
Our stores will be giving away free backpacks that are filled with school supplies. You can find your closest location by putting in your zipcode or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
2 grand kids need back packs
Hi Dixie!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
5 kid’s 1 high school,3 middle school,1 daycare
Hi Jessica!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Hi, I would like to know which of your stores is participating in back to school giveaway near where I live. My zip code is 07106. I’m a mother of 4 and would appreciate the book bags and school supplies giveaway.
Thank you
Hello Ayi!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway by putting in your city/state or zip code here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Where will they be giving out these school bags ?
Hi Gwen!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Do you know where the backpack giveaway is
Hello Barbara!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Thank you for all that you guys do to help out families
Hi Delta!
We know sending kids back to school can be a stressful and expensive time, so we are honored to help out our local communities in any way possible.
-Tori, TCC
Hi . Can we come and collect backpacks for our kids.is registration needed for this .
Hi Masarath!
Registration is not needed in advance, but these backpacks are given away on a first come, first served basis the day of the event. You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
I have been a Verizon customer for years I have now been raising my great nephew for over a year. He is going into 1st grade at Wesley Lakes Elementary.
Hi Robyn!
We are thrilled you’ve been a loyal customer for years! You can find your closest backpack giveaway location at a TCC store near you by putting in your zipcode or city/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Where is it Is going to be at
Hi Rolla!
These giveaways are happening at participating TCC locations around the country! You can find your closest giveaway by putting in your zipcode or city/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Where is the nearest give away?
Hello Sheila!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
They always run out because of the need families have
Hi Eileen!
We do try and allocate more backpacks to our stores that we know get higher participation every year, but sometimes these free backpacks do go quickly. We always give them away on a first come, first served basis to make it as fair as possible. You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
What’s tcc stores
Hi Kay!
TCC is the company putting on this event, and we are the largest Verizon authorized retailer in the country. You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Please help…Noah is in 2nd grade
Hi Debra,
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Hi am sorry to bother but I live in Roxbury Ma. 02119 am a single parent of 6 and I was hoping will Verizon be participating in the back to school book 8n my area. We are survivors of domestic violence and its been hard to provide for this school year 2021. I really would appreciate you assistance if this matter i apologize in advance I really dont mean to bother you. But thank you for your time God Blese you
Hello Esther!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location at a TCC store near you by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
This is so wonderful! I have 3 children and recently had to quit my job due to a heart condition. I need 6 months of cardiac rehab. Every little bit helps while I am out of work. I hope one of my local dealers is participating!
Hello Angela!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Good morning,
My name is Karen E Barnett and I am the Director of the Bridgeton Municipal Alliance – Y2Y program, in Bridgeton NJ. We currently have 20 Students at our on-site camp who are doing 1 to 1 online tutoring for 20 Pre-K to grade 6 students. I believe the closest TCC store to us is located at Carll’s Corner in Bridgeton NJ. We partnered with them one year to provide crafts while bags were given out and would like to do the same thing this year. Please advise of the closest location and a contact person we can collaborate with. Thank you!
Hi Karen! I sent you and our Bridgeton team an email so you can connect directly with them. Thank you so much for reaching out!
-Tori, TCC
Thank you
We are so lucky to be able to help out our local communities and send some kids back to school feeling prepared and confident!
-Tori, TCC
Hi,
Last year you said we do not need to bring the kids to get a backpack, but the Attleboro, MA store will not give me one because I didn’t bring the kid. Please let your stores know that the children do not need to be present.
Thanks
Hi Jennifer!
I do apologize about the mixup last year at the giveaway. This year, we are leaving it up to the local stores whether or not children will be required at the giveaway in order to receive a backpack. Please call the Attleboro, MA store to see if they are requiring children be present this year. Thank you!
-Tori, TCC
me gustaría participar en las rifa de mochilas
Hello Alma!
You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Does my children need to be present in order to pick them up ?
Hi Rita!
Please contact your local store to see if children need to be present at their giveaway this year. You can find your closest backpack giveaway location by putting in your city/state or zipcode here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Can college students participate in this giveaway…
Hello Wendy!
College students are able to participate! Please call your local TCC store to see if they are requiring that children be present in order to receive the free backpack. Thank you!
-Tori, TCC
Back Pack and Supplies giveaway where do I go my zip code 60914
Hello Christina,
You can find your closest backpack giveaway by putting in your zip code or town/state here: https://locations.tccrocks.com/search.html?q=&storeamenities=4594
-Tori, TCC
Do you have to be a Verizon customer or is this for anyone?
Hi Katy!
This backpack giveaway is open to anyone who may be in need. You don’t have to be a customer to show up and get your free backpack!
-Tori, TCC
Thank you for supporting local communities across the country. Do you have to be a Verizon customer or employee to receive a free backpack with supplies?
Hi Katie!
We love the chance to help out our communities whenever we can! You do not have to be a Verizon customer or a TCC customer to receive a free backpack -this is open to anyone who may be in need.
-Tori, TCC
This is great. We’ve been getting this the past few years. But, I think you shouldn’t say the backpacks are “filled”. There’s only a few things in them. At least where I live. 🙁🤷🏼♀️
Hi Bonnie,
We’re so glad we could help you out these past few years with a free backpack and school supplies!
-Tori, TCC
Thank you for the back pack it is much appreciated needed the help myvlittle girl loved picking hers out and thank you to all who donated
Thanks for sharing, Ginger! We’re so glad she had a great time at our event. 🙂
-Tori, TCC
Greeting, I would like to know if you donated your leftover backpacks to an area non-profit. Our organization, Success Link Outreach, is looking to provide area students with backpacks and school supplies. In addition, we have offered free summer meals to low-income families within the Greater Kansas City Metro during the past year. Would you mind letting me know if you have any free backpack or school supplies left over that we can provide to area youth before school starts?
Thank You,
Rafael Hines
[email protected]
Hi Rafael!
I passed along your comment and contact info to the regional and district manager who oversees the Kansas City area. The district manager should be reaching out to you. Thank you!
-Tori, TCC