2024 Backpack Tour Across America

Las Vegas 2024 Backpack Giveaway

Las Vegas 2024 Backpack Giveaway

Our 2024 Lerner and Rowe Backpack Tour Across America kicked off with a lightning strike at Sunrise Acres Elementary in Las Vegas. 

Thanks to amazing staff members, school educators, and Clark County School District officers, 750 backpacks were given away in a record-breaking 22 minutes! All the teamwork helped make our Las Vegas backpack giveaway a huge success. 

We wish all the students and educators in the Las Vegas Valley a super-charged 2024-2025 school year! Check out our Facebook page for more photos and details about upcoming events.


Bullhead City 2024 Backpack Giveaway

Bullhead City 2024 Backpack Giveaway

The Bullhead City back-to-school season got a fantastic boost on July 12th thanks to our 2024 free backpack giveaway event held at Rotary Park. 

The event kicked off at 10:00 a.m. and quickly saw a steady stream of families eager to prepare their children for the upcoming school year. Our team of staff volunteers helped ensure a smooth process, with students receiving their backpacks directly in their vehicles.

In a display of community spirit, the giveaway provided 750 students with essential school supplies, easing the financial burden for many families. This giveaway will undoubtedly make a positive impact on countless Bullhead City students as they embark on a new academic year.

Find more photos on our Facebook page.


Yuma 2024 Backpack Giveaway

Yuma 2024 Backpack Giveaway

Lerner and Rowe’s FREE Yuma Backpack Giveaway, held on July 13th, 2024, at the Yuma County Fairgrounds, was a resounding success! The event aimed to support students in Yuma, Arizona, as they prepare for the upcoming school year by providing them with essential school supplies.

750 Backpacks Distributed!

Our team was thrilled to distribute 750 backpacks to students in Yuma. Each backpack was filled with school supplies, giving students a head start on the new year. The backpacks were distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring as many students as possible benefited from the event.

A Big Thank You!

We’re grateful for team members who volunteered their time and efforts to help make our Yuma backpack giveaway a success. We’d also like to once again thank the Yuma County Sheriff Department for their assistance in keeping traffic flowing smoothly throughout the giveaway.

With 750 backpacks finding their way to students in Yuma, the FREE Yuma Backpack Giveaway was a fantastic way to support the community and get ready for a successful school year! We’re excited to see Bullhead City students head into the 2024-2025 school year well-equipped. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for more event photos and upcoming activities!


Albuquerque 2024 Backpack Giveaway 

Albuquerque Backpack Giveaway

Lerner and Rowe’s free backpack giveaway on July 17th, 2024, proved to be a huge hit in Albuquerque! Held at Expo New Mexico, the event kicked off at 10:00 a.m. and quickly drew a large crowd of families eager to gear up for the upcoming school year. 

With 1,000 backpacks filled with essential school supplies up for grabs, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. Students of all ages couldn’t wait to get their hands on a brand new backpack, essential for carrying the tools they need to succeed academically. 

The giveaway not only provided much-needed resources, but also fostered a sense of community and preparation for the new school year. 

Lerner and Rowe’s initiative brought smiles to countless faces and helped alleviate some of the financial burden families face as they prepare for back-to-school shopping. Want to relive the fun? Check out all the photos from our event on our Facebook page!


Tucson Backpack Giveaway 2024

On July 19th, 2024, our Lerner and Rowe Gives Back team rolled into Tucson, Arizona, marking our fifth stop on our annual backpack giveaway tour. The excitement kicked off at 10:00 a.m. sharp at the Pima County Fairgrounds. 750 backpacks, each brimming with essential school supplies, were up for grabs. The shaded venue also provided a comfortable space for families while they waited.

More than just backpacks, this giveaway was about empowering Tucson students. By providing backpacks filled with essential supplies, Lerner and Rowe Gives Back aimed to help ensure local children arrive at school ready to learn and thrive. 

Furthermore, this annual back-to-school initiative recognizes the financial strain back-to-school shopping can place on families, offering a helping hand and fostering a spirit of community in Tucson.

View more photos from our annual free Tucson backpack giveaway on our Facebook page.


Phoenix Backpack Giveaway 2024_group

2024 Phoenix Backpack Giveaway

Our Lerner & Rowe Gives Back team continued our mission to empower students on July 22nd with the sixth stop on our 2024 backpack giveaway tour. This event, held indoors at the North Phoenix Baptist Church’s Fellowship Center, offered a comfortable haven for families seeking to equip their children for the upcoming school year.

The highlight of the day was the free distribution of 750 backpacks, each filled to the brim with essential school supplies. This effort wasn’t just about handing out backpacks; it was about helping ensure every student had the tools they needed to succeed academically.

Our annual Phoenix backpack giveaway plays a crucial role in supporting the local community. By helping to ease the financial burden of back-to-school shopping, Lerner and Rowe Gives Back fosters a sense of togetherness and ensures countless students are well-equipped for a bright academic year.

Relive the fun! We’ve got photos from the Phoenix event up on our Facebook page. Don’t miss them!


Merrillville Backpack Giveaway 2024

This past Saturday, August 10th, the Dean & Barbara White Center in Merrillville buzzed with excitement as the community came together for Lerner and Rowe’s FREE back-to-school backpack giveaway. The event, which ran from 9:00 a.m. until supplies lasted, saw 1,000 backpacks stuffed with school supplies disappear into eager students’ hands.

The giveaway didn’t stop there! Attendees enjoyed refreshing Day Dreams and Ice Cream treats, making the event a sweet start to the school year. Additionally, various guest vendors were present, offering resources and information relevant to families.

This generous annual  initiative highlights our commitment to the Merrillville community and its students as families prepare for a successful academic year.

Want More Details on Lerner and Rowe’s Merrillville Backpack Giveaway?

While this event’s backpacks are gone, those interested in learning about similar future initiatives hosted by Lerner and Rowe in Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area can contact Arianna Baiz. Reach her by email at [email protected], or by phone at (708) 222-2222, extension 6325.

You can also take a look more photos on our Facebook page.

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Champions Youth Soccer in Arizona

Pass It On - 2024 Grant Recipient

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back, committed to empowering Arizona’s youth, provided a $6,000 grant to Pass It On. This grant funded the purchase of sports equipment and free soccer clinics in underprivileged neighborhoods across the state.

Kicking Off Success:

  • Barrio 2 Barrio in Tucson (July 12th): Lerner & Rowe Gives Back also supported FC Tucson’s Barrio 2 Barrio event. Here, Pass It On’s donation tent thrived, distributing new soccer balls and shin guards purchased with the grant. FC Tucson players led drills and scrimmages, ensuring a fantastic time for the kids.
  • Free Soccer Clinic (July 16th): The grant helped Pass It On host a free clinic for kids from the Rising Families program in South Phoenix. Staff volunteers, including Tyler and Wade, led the event, generating excitement!

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back’s partnership with Pass It On is making a real difference in Arizona communities. By providing resources and fostering a love for soccer, they’re helping kids reach their full potential.

Learn more about Pass It On at passitonsoccer.net.


Addition captured moments:

Chicago Scholars Emerge Growth Lab Volunteer Day

Chicago Scholars Emerge Growth Lab

Last week, our team volunteered with Chicago Scholars to host an Emerge Growth Lab.

This allowed our team the opportunity to mentor an outstanding group of future leaders on the topics of networking and creating an elevator pitch.

We also enjoyed sharing with them more about our firm and the work we do within the community.

What a wonderful day of personal and professional development for all.

Surely, these scholars are on the road to an amazing career and future!


More captured moments form the Chicago Scholar Emerge Growth Lab volunteer day:

Title Sponsor for Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Celebrity Golf Tournament

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Celebrity Golf Tournament
Photo Courtesy of Dennis Murphy Photography

2024 Celebrity Golf Tournament Benefiting Special Olympics Illinois and The NASCAR Foundation

NASCAR legend Dale Jarrett traded the checkered flag for the putting green at the inaugural Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Celebrity Golf Tournament! This fundraising event tees off on Friday, July 5th at the prestigious Harborside International Golf Center in Chicago.

Our Chicago team joined Dale and other NASCAR stars for a chance to rub shoulders with the greats while supporting two worthy causes: Special Olympics Illinois and The NASCAR Foundation. Harborside International, known for its stunning city skyline views and 36 holes of scenic golf, provided the perfect backdrop for this unforgettable experience. 

Learn more about The NASCAR Foundation at nascarfoundation.org and Special Olympics Illinois at soill.org.


Additional photos from the 2024 Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Celebrity Golf Tournament courtesy of Dennis Murphy Photography:

Thank You: Harvest Compassion Center

TY Harvest Compassion Center

Dear Jordan and the entire Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Team,

Thank you so much for your support of Harvest Compassion Center! We count it a privilege to serve children in the Valley, and we love seeing the smiles on their faces when they leave HCC with their favorite food items, clothes and shoes that fit well, and the necessary hygiene or baby products!

Because of your grant, we can continue our mission of feeding, clothing, and loving our neighbors in a hope-filled environment! Last month, we met and served 1,422 families! We distributed 9,300 diapers and over 70,000 pounds of food.

The need to secure basic necessities is high in the Phoenix Valley. Just over the next two months of summer, we will see hundreds of sweet, smiling kiddos shopping with their families in our centers, and we know that we will be able to serve each one of them because of your generous support and partnership!

We value and thank you!

Nicolee Thompson and Team HCC

Independent Cat Society Donation

Independent Cat Society Donation

In recognition of National Adopt a Cat Month, our Northwest Indiana team made a heartwarming visit to the Independent Cat Society, a local sanctuary dedicated to finding forever homes for these deserving felines. We had the privilege of speaking with the board president, who undoubtedly shared their passion for helping cats in need. 

The visit wouldn’t be complete without meeting some of the adorable adoptable cats themselves, and our team captured some heartwarming footage to share. 

To show our support for their incredible work, we were honored to present the Independent Cat Society with a $250 donation.


Habitat for Humanity of NWI Volunteer Day

Habitat for Humanity of NWI Volunteer Day

Lerner & Rowe Helping to Build a Brighter Future with Habitat for Humanity of NWI

Our Lerner & Rowe team put their hard hats on for a day of volunteer fun with Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana. Handyman skills were put to the test while we assisted in installing support beams in two new house builds, as well as helped build a wheelchair accessible ramp on another home. 

These aren’t just houses; they’re stepping stones to a brighter future for local families in Northwest Indiana. Habitat for Humanity makes homeownership possible by providing affordable opportunities for struggling, working families.  

At Lerner & Rowe, our team is proud to be a part of building strong communities. Learn more about Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana at nwihabitat.org.


View additional photos from our build day with Habitat for Humanity of NWI:

United Food Bank $20K Donation Match for Summer of a Million Meals Telethon

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back once again showed up to help alleviate hunger in Arizona as a sponsor of United Food Bank. For 2024, Kevin Rowe doubled our initial $10,000 dollar-to-dollar match to $20,000 during the food bank’s annual Summer of a Million Meals telethon on Channel 12 News. 

We were excited to later find out that over $45K total was raised on the day of our donation! It’s just another example of how together we can do more for our neighbors in need.

If you have not made a donation yet it’s not too late to join this summer long initiative. And since $1 = 15 meals, donations from $1 and up can help United Food Bank reach their million-meal goal for 2024. 

Learn more about how you can support this life-saving campaign at AZMillionMeals.org.  


Picture perfect moments with Kevin, Addie, and Brixton Rowe:

  

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Announces 2024 Arizona Grant Cycle Recipients

Updated 2024 Grant Recipient Graphic

Lerner & Rowe Gives Back kicks off the 2024 fiscal year by awarding grants to 22 Arizona nonprofits for a total of $296,610. This year’s selected applicants rose to the top because of their organization’s alignment with Lerner and Rowe Gives Back’s mission and dedication to serving communities facing health and socioeconomic barriers (most vulnerable populations). 

Congratulation to the 2024 Arizona Grant Cycle Recipients

The grant selection process this year was competitive, with over 130 applications submitted requesting a total of $2,343,100. This is double the amount requested last year. Our team extends our appreciation for the efforts given by all those who took the time to gather, submit, and share more details about their organizations. There are amazing nonprofits doing great things across Arizona!

We also proudly share the following list of our 2024 Arizona grant cycle recipients:

  • BloomKidz
  • Harvest Compassion Center
  • Center for the Rights of Abused Children
  • Control Alt Delete LLC
  • Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC)
  • Ability360

Our Lerner & Rowe Gives Back team is excited to see the positive impact these Arizona nonprofits will have on their communities!

2024 LLS Arizona Visionaries of the Year $10K Sponsor

The Arizona Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) held its highly anticipated annual Visionaries of the Year grand finale on June 1st at The Clayton House in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Our dedicated Gives Back team was privileged to extend its support once again, contributing a generous $10,000 sponsorship gift to this momentous occasion.

This year, $379,196 was raised over 10 weeks to fight blood cancers. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the unwavering commitment of individuals coming together to make a tangible difference in the fight against leukemia and lymphoma.


Additional photos from the 2024 LLS Arizona Visionaries of the Year: