The 2026 Back 2 School at the “Light” & Health Family Event helped families start the new school year with a little less on their plates—and a little more in their backpacks.
A collaborative effort between Beacon Light’s Health Department and Spanish Congregation Outreach Department, the event served more than 120 families. Children received free backpacks and school supplies, while families also had access to groceries, haircuts, health screenings, refreshments, and a bounce house for some back-to-school fun.
For parents, the practical help meant fewer items on an already long back-to-school list. For Beacon Light, it was another opportunity to build relationships with families in the surrounding community.
Much of what was given that day came through the generosity of church members and individual donors who contributed supplies, resources, time, and financial support.
The larger goal went beyond what could fit inside a backpack. It was an opportunity to show families that Beacon Light is a church in their community ready to welcome them, serve them, and build relationships that last beyond a single event.
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