Back to School Drives & Resource Fairs 2026
It’s back to school time and several organizations in the Coachella Valley are hosting back to school drives, resource fairs, and backpack giveaways!
The events are listed by date and a couple need to be registered for in advance. Please read the information carefully!
Some of these events are still looking for donations. If you are in a place to donate, please reach out to the organization to find out how to help!
Saturday, July 25th
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
*Due to the heat advisory, this has been relocated to:
The Paseo (shaded area in front of CCPD)
68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Free backpacks, school supplies & ice cold refreshments!
-Water slides have been cancelled due to heat.
Sunday, July 26th
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Cathedral City Library
33520 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City, CA 92234
Clothing, food, school supplies, hygiene products, makeup, books & more! Free raffles from local businesses.
Monday, July 27th
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cathedral City High School
69250 Dinah Shore Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Thursday, July 30th
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Desert Hot Springs High School
65850 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Find out about expanded learning, english learner services, academics, and more. Drop by and be entered to win shoes, backpacks, school, supplies and more!
Reservation Deadline:
July 31st
Backpack Pickup Dates:
August 4th-8th & August 10th-14th
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert
42600 Cook St., Ste. 110, Palm Desert, CA 92211
*RESERVATION REQUIRED! To reserve backpack email BBBSDesert@aol.com or call 760-568-3977 and provide:
-Number of backpacks needed
-Each child’s grade level
-Home zip Code
Saturday, August 1st
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Palm Springs Leisure Center
401 S Pavilion Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED! As of this posting, there are still spots available at the 12 pm - 1pm session, and the 1pm - 2pm session.
Register Here!
Registered students receive a backpack with school supplies, complimentary PS Swim Center day pass, back-to-school haircuts (first come, first served), family resources, and activities.
Thursday, August 6th
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Galilee Center
66101 Hammond Rd., Mecca, CA 92254
To receive a Backpack, you must present School ID, Report Card
or School Registration at the time of event. Children do not need to be present to receive a backpack.
Saturday, August 8th
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cathedral City Boys & Girls Club
32141 Whispering Palms Trail, Cathedral City, CA 92234
First come, first served while supplies last. Kids must be present.
RSVP for event.
Saturday, August 8th
7:00 am
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission
47-470 Van Buren St., Indio, CA 92202
This is a drive-thru event open to all Coachella Valley residents. First come, first served while supplies last. Children must be present. Ages 0-17.
Saturday Aug 15th
Coachella Library
1500 6th St., Coachella CA 92236
Special guests Tin Tin and The Clown Family, free school supplies, and a treat! While supplies last.
I hope you find this information helpful & please let me know if you find any other resources I should include here!
~Melissa