Backpacks For The Street is an essential service throughout NYC and its boroughs bringing backpacks with food, toiletries and necessities to those struggling with homelessness.

Without our volunteers, we couldn’t do what we do to help those in need.

Register to volunteer here.

If you have any questions, email us at [email protected].

BFTS is committed to diversity from our leadership to our teams to those we assist. All are welcome.

BFTS is an inclusive organization, providing a safe space for its volunteers and clients, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, religion, politics, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, disability or musical tastes.

We have a zero tolerance policy regarding harassment, discrimination and bullying  of any kind, as well as any inappropriate behavior or contact, especially of a sexual nature or verbal abuse.