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Backpacks 4 ME

At Maine State Credit Union, we believe that every child deserves to head back to school feeling confident, prepared, and supported by their community. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Backpacks4ME, a community-driven initiative to provide essential school supplies to students in need across the state of Maine.

At Maine State Credit Union, we believe that every child deserves to head back to school feeling confident, prepared, and supported by their community. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Backpacks4ME, a community-driven initiative to provide essential school supplies to students in need across the state of Maine.

Program Dates: May 1 – August 15, 2025

Throughout the summer, our branches will be collecting school supply donations and assembling backpacks for local children and teens. Each backpack will be distributed through community programs serving families in our branch areas:

How You Can Help

We invite you—our members, neighbors, and friends—to join us in making a difference.

Donate School Supplies

  • Backpacks 17” or less
  • Crayola Crayons – 24 pack
  • Washable Markers wide
  • Crayola Colored Pencils 10-12 pk
  • Pocket Folders
  • 1-subject Wide Ruled Notebooks
  • Glue Sticks
  • Blunt Tip Scissors
  • Pencil Sharpeners
  • Pencils yellow and designs
  • 18” or larger backpack
  • 1” 3-ring binder
  • Large pencil pouch
  • Wide-ruled loose-leaf paper
  • Wide-ruled composition notebook
  • Wide-ruled 1 subject notebook
  • 2-pocket folders
  • Blue, black and red pens
  • #2 pencils
  • Colored pencils
  • Slim markers
  • 24-pack crayons
  • Erasers – pencil top and block
  • Glue sticks
  • Sharp scissors
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Self-stick notes
  • Ruler
  • Tabbed dividers
  • Highlighters
  • Index cards
  • White glue
  • Backpack (17–21 in)
  • 3-ring binder 1.5–2 in
  • Loose-leaf paper
  • 5- or 8-tab dividers
  • 2 pocket folders
  • 1 subject notebook
  • Composition notebook
  • Crayola markers
  • Crayola colored pencils
  • #2 pencils
  • Pens (blue)
  • Pens (black)
  • Pens (red)
  • Highlighter
  • 3×3 Post-it notes
  • 3×5 index cards
  • Erasers
  • Ruler

Drop off your donation at any Maine State Credit Union branch during business hours.

Make a Monetary Donation

In-Branch: Simply visit a teller and let them know you’d like to contribute to Backpacks4ME.

Every item and dollar helps a student feel confident and prepared for the school year ahead.

Why It Matters

Your donation doesn’t just fill a backpack—it fuels a future. For many local students, receiving these supplies means walking into the classroom with pride and possibility. Together, we can help ensure that no child starts the school year without the tools they need to succeed.

Thank you for supporting Backpacks4ME and helping us give back to the communities we proudly serve.