100 Warm Springs students to receive backpacks and school supplies donated by local organization

WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Sunriver Christian Fellowship is teaming up with the Sydney Paige Foundation to deliver an inspiring boost to young students at Warm Springs K-8 Academy. The organizations will hand out more than 100 backpacks Thursday, filled with school supplies, to kindergarten through second-grade students.

The giveaway aims to support learning and build confidence as local students finish the first semester. Each backpack is specially sized for the age group and offered in various designs, giving students the chance to pick one that fits their personality.

Organizers say the event’s bigger goal is to spark more donations and sponsorships, so every one of the Academy’s 500-plus students can receive their own backpack in the future.

KTVZ's Claire Elmer is attending the event and will speak with those involved. Her full report will air tonight on KTVZ News.