We’re already thinking about the 2027 Lake Chelan Valley Back to School Fair, and this year we’re starting a little earlier!

We are collecting NEW backpacks throughout the Lake Chelan Valley now through the end of October. You’ll find collection bins at locations all around the valley, making it as easy and convenient as possible to donate.

We are so incredibly grateful to all of the businesses and organizations who have opened their doors and are helping us collect backpacks!

Donation Bin/ Drop Off Locations:

Manson:

• Manson Bay Market

• Lake Chelan Building Supply

• North Shore Bible Church

• Manson Fire Department

Chelan:

• Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce

• Apple Cup Cafe

• Cashmere Valley Bank

• Chelan Fire & Rescue

• Lake Chelan School District Office

• Lake Chelan Health Clinic- Johnson St.

Here’s why we’re doing this now:

Every year, one of the BIGGEST expenses for our Back to School Fair is backpacks. We purchase around 400 new backpacks each year so that every local student who needs one can head into the new school year with a backpack of their own. That adds up to thousands of dollars every year.

At the same time, we know our amazing local businesses have had a really tough year financially. We want to find creative ways to take some of the pressure off of our local businesses while still growing and providing the resources our families have come to count on at the Back to School Fair.

Let’s fill those bins!