Bringing Equity to Education With Your Help
Together, we make sure students have high-quality backpacks and grade-appropriate school supplies, giving them the confidence to learn and thrive no matter their zip code.
When we give with intention and dignity, we’re not just offering tools. We’re helping build self-worth.
BACKPACKS ✦ BOOKS ✦ SCHOOL SUPPLIES ✦ & MORE ✦
There are many wonderful and impactful and ways to get involved with the Sydney Paige Foundation. Choose your path below!
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Why Sydney Paige?
Meghan Neely,
Big Brothers Big Sisters,
New York City
"Not only were all of the bags stylish and cool, but the quality of the bags are AMAZING - these kids will be wearing these backpacks for years."
3rd Grade Teacher
Contra Costa County, CA Elementary School
"What a difference these backpacks and supplies make to our kids! My class homework completion rate went from a very sad 33% to 100% and holding!"
Andrew Zibell
Volunteers of America,
Greater New York
"Thank you for your partnership! These generous donations truly prove our commitment to the quality of everything that goes into the hands of these children."
Teri Gee
Homeless Liaison,
SFUSD
"...the whole mood for our intake meetings changed. Now the kids are so excited to pick out their backpack, open it up, and use their new supplies right then and there."
Giving Hope and Happiness
At Sydney Paige, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and confident in school.
What started as a simple idea — quality backpacks and essential supplies for students in need — has grown into a movement that’s changing how we show up for kids and communities.
When we give with intention and dignity, we don’t just provide tools, we help build self-worth.
How We Help
School Preparedness
Without grade-appropriate, high-quality school gear and supplies, kids can't complete homework or keep up in class. Over time, their confidence erodes, and they begin to believe school just isn’t for them. Many eventually drop out, especially those who need education the most to break cycles of disadvantage in their families and communities as a whole.
Literacy
When kids can’t read at grade level, they struggle across all subjects. As they fall further behind, frustration sets in and embarrassment takes hold. Caught in this cycle, many begin to disengage and eventually give up on school. That’s why strong literacy support isn’t optional, it’s essential to keeping students engaged, confident, and on a path to success.
Mental Health
When kids consistently struggle in class despite their best efforts, they often begin to believe they’re simply not capable of succeeding. This growing sense of inadequacy, combined with a fear of standing out as different or falling behind, leads them to withdraw. They participate less, shy away from challenges, and eventually start skipping school.
What Sets Us Apart
We mobilize businesses and communities to equip every student with quality tools for success.
Through strategic partnerships, we deliver premium backpacks and school supplies that build confidence and cultivate self-worth.
Our engagement events connect donors with students, creating meaningful impact beyond traditional giving.
With community as our foundation, we elevate standards for in-kind donations while creating value for business and non-profit partners alike—transforming education access one backpack, one student at a time.
Together, we're Giving Every Student a Fair
Shot at Success
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