Family Support Services – Backpack Distribution Event

Serve Opportunity Description: Family Support Services is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make their summer Backpack Distribution Event a memorable experience for families in our community. Volunteers will direct families to vendor stations and assist with distributing backpacks to children. Your participation ensures that students start the school year equipped, encouraged, and ready to thrive.

Please note: This opportunity is for ages 14 and up with a parent. 

Dates/Times:
Saturday, August 1, 2026
9:00am–2:00pm

Location: Edward Waters University 1859 Kings Rd, Jacksonville, FL. 32209

About Partner:
The mission of Family Support Services is to lead in promoting the safety, stability and well-being of all children by parenting with the community to strengthen and support families. 

Serve Type:
Summer Serve & Foster Care
Dates:
August 1, 2026 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Family Friendly?
No
Point of Contact Name:
Rochelle Lockett
Point of Contact Email:
Point of Contact Phone:
(904) 571-2294
Partner Name:
Family Support Services
Partner Website:
https://www.fssjax.org