- July 1, 2026 - August 3, 2026
Pack the Backpack
Presented by: LSW Consulting Services LLC
This project aims to provide homeless children across 9 parishes with backpacks, school supplies, school uniforms and more.
Backpacks Distributed
School Supply Kits
School Care Closets
Children Impacted
Gifting Grace Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Lafayette, Louisiana, founded in 2020. Our mission is to freely LOVE, SERVE and SUPPORT homeless and vulnerable children across Acadiana by removing barriers and restoring hope.Pack the Backpack is our annual third-quarter outreach project that provides homeless and vulnerable children across nine local parishes with brand-new, school-approved backpacks filled with essential school supplies at no cost to their families. Every backpack is more than school supplies—it reminds a child that their community sees them, believes in them, and is cheering them on.
6 WAYS TO PARTNER WITH GGP!
1. Sponsor 1 Student with a $40 Donation. DONATE HERE
2. Shop our AMAZON WISHLIST and have it shipped directly to Gifting Grace’s office.
3. Purchase items from our SUPPLY LIST and drop them off at a Drop-Off Location near you.
4. Become a 2026 Drop-Off Location. (Complete form here.)
5. Sign Up to Volunteer
6. Become a Corporate Sponsor. Email David at info@giftinggraceproject.com
Drop Off Sites
- Meritus Credit Union
- b1 Bank
- Gulf Coast Bank
- Riché's Y-Not Stop
- The Natural Path
- Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
- Super Taters...And More!
- Price & Associates Family Dentistry
- CUSA Federal Credit Union
- Crossroads Church
- Charles Schwab
- Sunland Construction, Inc
- Kent Design Build, Inc
- Serenity MedAesthetics
- Lafayette Auto Direct
- Assurance Financial - Lafayette
- Acadian Companies - Safety Man Sys
- Athleta
- Camelot of Broussard
- Gibson Law Partners, LLC
- Action Specialties
volunteer
Corporate Supporters
FAQs
Q. Where should I bring my donation of items?
A. We have several drop-off locations throughout Acadiana that can be found above on this page. Our MAIN drop-off location is our office at 217 Rue Louis XIV, Lafayette, LA 70508. We are open M – F, 8am – 4:30pm.
Q. Is there a way to donate money instead of going shopping?
A. Yes. Click the “Donate” button on this screen and process your transaction there. Checks and Cash can be donated as well. Please make checks payable to Gifting Grace Project and mail to our office at 217 Rue Louis XIV, Lafayette, LA 70508.
Q. Are the items I purchased and my donation to Gifting Grace Project tax deductible?
A. Yes. It is our pleasure to issue you a receipt upon delivery of every gift and donation. The Donor must provide the valuation of the donation they provide.
Q. Can I give the items I purchased to the child directly?
A. Unfortunately, no. As an organization, we work diligently to protect the children’s personal information, including their faces and names, and never release that information under any circumstances.
Q. Do you need Volunteers?
A. Absolutely! Volunteers are vital to the projects and fundraisers we have throughout the year. Volunteers help us pick up donations, pack backpacks and student care kits, sort coats and socks, receive and distribute Christmas gifts, and more. Volunteers are the only reason we have been able to make the substantial impact in our community that we have and we welcome you to join us.
Q. Can my club, church, school, business or other organization adopt a project and donate the stuff collected?
A. Always! Gifting Grace Project wants to be your partner in getting your students, employees, members, and parishioners active in their community. We have projects year-round that you can personalize and make your own. Just reach out and let us know what you’re thinking and how we can help make your community event a success.