North Las Vegas, NV – Rosie’s Wish Community Development Corporation (CDC) is thrilled to host its 14th Annual Back-to-School Supply & Backpack Drive and Giveaway, taking place today and tomorrow, Friday, August 8, and Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Empowering 2 Excel, located at 570 W. Cheyenne Avenue, North Las Vegas.

Rosie’s Wish CDC, on a mission to empower families and prevent Type 2 diabetes among children by promoting healthy nutrition, fitness, and wellness habits, is teaming up with Empowering 2 Excel—a mental health and community wellness hub—to bring much-needed school supplies to local youth. Empowering 2 Excel not only provides crucial mental health services and mentoring interventions but also supports Rosie’s Wish CDC as part of its broader community commitment. Rosie’s WishEmpowering 2 Excel

This year’s event is made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of Nino Galloway and the North Las Vegas Firefighters—a partnership that highlights the power of community collaboration in supporting families and students as they prepare for the academic year ahead.

Event Highlights:

• Who: Families and students from North Las Vegas in need of school essentials
• What: Free backpacks filled with school supplies
• When: Friday, August 8 & Saturday, August 9, 2025
• Where: Empowering 2 Excel, 570 W. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas
• Sponsors: Nino Galloway and North Las Vegas Firefighters

Community-driven events like this not only ease the financial burden on families but also reinforce the vital role of local nonprofits and service providers in fostering healthier, more supportive communities. By blending Rosie’s Wish CDC’s focus on physical wellness with Empowering 2 Excel’s dedication to mental health and rehabilitation, this initiative truly embodies holistic support for the whole child.

Families interested in attending are encouraged to arrive early to secure backpacks while supplies last. It’s a powerful two-day opportunity for students to head into the school year equipped and confident—thanks to an incredible partnership of neighbors, nonprofits, and heroes in uniform.

Join us as we celebrate the impact of community spirit in action—because when we come together, every child has the chance to excel.