Chase Bank’s Community Back-to-School Giveaway: Free Backpacks and School Supplies Await!

As 11-year-old Tristen Brown prepares to start school on August 7, he’s excited to unpack a new backpack brimming with supplies he received on Saturday. “I got to peek inside, and I know I have a new book. I love books,” shared the soon-to-be sixth grader at John Herbert Phillips Academy. He eagerly anticipates forging new friendships this year. Tristen aims to become a NASA astronaut and believes that support, like the provided school supplies, is essential on his journey.He’s not alone; hundreds of Birmingham students benefited from Chase Bank’s back-to-school and backpack giveaway at the A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club. Over 1,000 backpacks filled with essentials were distributed, along with free workshops and haircuts. Chase Branch Manager Danielle Cameron expressed her heartfelt commitment to the community, noting the event’s significant improvement over last year. Executive Director Jennifer DeSalvo emphasized the lasting impact of such initiatives, revealing inspiring stories that reaffirm the bank's dedication to community engagement.