07.30.2024

City of Lancaster Annual Backpack Giveaway + More Resources

Backpack

The City of Lancaster is hosting its 2nd Annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 3, at multiple locations. You are invited to stop by and pick up backpacks and school supplies for your learners. 
 
Select locations will also be providing vaccines for school-age children and for adults; children’s health, dental and vision screenings/services, mental health resources, supplies, education, and much more!
 
REGISTER NOW! Follow individual links for the location nearest to you!

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Hubs and additional services/supplies (while supplies last):
 

Backpack Giveaway Hub Locations
(Click on hub name hyperlink to register)
Pick-up time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
 
Additional services & resources at select locations
  1. Park View Educational Complex⁠ (Lancaster School District)

 

Click HERE to visit CAAASA website to register for these additional FREE services:

  • School immunizations, COVID boosters and flu shots
  • Dental Cleanings & Fluoride Treatments (children 2-18 years)
  • Eyeglasses
  • Food & groceries
  • Health screenings, sports physicals
  • Baby supplies
  • And more!

  1. Eastside Pool Park – Race Communications
No additional services
 
  1. Sol Plaza – Sole of the CommUNITY
Additional FREE programs & services:

  • School immunizations
  • Children’s Oral Health screenings (including Kindergarten Oral Health Assessments); NO other dental services
  • Health & wellness, mental well-being and prevention resources and education
  • Fashion show and musical performances
  • And more! 

  1. Valley View Elementary School (Westside School District)
No additional services
  1. Lancaster Community Center⁠

 

No additional services
  1. Children’s Center of the Antelope Valley (CCAV)⁠
Additional FREE programs & services:

  • COVID-19 and TDAP immunizations
  1. Penny Lane Centers⁠
No additional services
 

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