California State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego) hosted her annual Backpack Giveaway and Family Resource Fair Saturday, Aug. 8, at The O’Farrell Charter School, providing local families with free school supplies and access to community resources ahead of the new school year.
It was all smiles Saturday morning as kids of all ages gathered to receive their brand-new backpacks filled with the goods needed to start off a successful school year.
The event was held from 8 to 10 a.m. in the school’s outdoor lower lot at 6130 Skyline Drive. Families received backpacks filled with school supplies on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies lasted.
Children were required to be present to receive a backpack. Families also had an opportunity to connect with community organizations offering programs and services during the resource fair.
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