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Easing the Burden of Homelessness in Durham, North Carolina
WHO WE ARE
The Backpack Project of Durham is a Duke student-run 501©(3) nonprofit organization committed to serving those experiencing homelessness in Durham, North Carolina. We aim to host charitable volunteer programs based on service gaps identified in the Durham community; raise money, help assemble, and distribute homeless care backpacks; and raise awareness about the causes of homelessness.
OUR MISSION
Easing the Burden of Homelessness in Durham, NC
Backpacks
Packing and hand-delivering backpacks filled with essential supplies
Connection
Making a personal connection with each client that we serve, hosting events like paint night.
Referral
Connecting our clients to other local homeless service providers
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