Presented by Autism Life and Living

Special Needs Backpack Giveaway

Registration ends Thursday, 07/30/2026 12:00pm MST

About This Event

Autism Life and Living together with Beyond Autism is expanding BHHS Legacy's existing backpack program to specifically serve children with special needs, providing FREE specially selected backpacks and adaptive supplies tailored to support learning and sensory needs. Every child deserves to start the school year ready. Backpacks will include school supplies that are adapted for special needs learners.

  • Examples of items are:
  • Penicil Grippers,
  • Adaptive Scissors
  • Crayon Holders
  • Embossed Paper
  • Chew Toys
  • Sensory/Fidgets Items

FREE Backpacks can be picked up:

August 1, 2026 between 10:00 am and Noon at Beyond Autism (formerly Heard Elementary)

Register to secure a backpack!

About This Event

Autism Life and Living together with Beyond Autism is expanding BHHS Legacy's existing backpack program to specifically serve children with special needs, providing FREE specially selected backpacks and adaptive supplies tailored to support learning and sensory needs. Every child deserves to start the school year ready. Backpacks will include school supplies that are adapted for special needs learners.

  • Examples of items are:
  • Penicil Grippers,
  • Adaptive Scissors
  • Crayon Holders
  • Embossed Paper
  • Chew Toys
  • Sensory/Fidgets Items

FREE Backpacks can be picked up:

August 1, 2026 between 10:00 am and Noon at Beyond Autism (formerly Heard Elementary)

Register to secure a backpack!

Getting There

Beyond Autism Formerly Heard Elementary School
2301 W Thomas Rd.
Phoneix, Arizona 85015
United States