2025 Bid for Belonging

Our first auction in 2022 raised $3,000, and 2023 generated double that, showing just how much our community cares and loves purchasing gifts that carry an impact. Our goal is to raise $5,000+ to support our 2026 operations and meet the rising demand for bags, with a focus on teens who are often overlooked in crisis care. Every donation helps show these youth that they are seen, valued, and never alone.

I Belong Bags Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential items and support to at-risk youth experiencing homelessness in our community. Our mission is to offer a sense of belonging and dignity by distributing backpacks filled with essential and comfort items such as pajamas, toothbrushes, books, blankets, and hygiene products. We aim to foster compassion and make a tangible impact on the lives of youth facing displacement and crisis.