8th Annual Back To School Community Day
Our 2025 back-to-school backpack drive was a huge success thanks to sponsors, partners, volunteers, and supporters who served local families.
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Bridging the Gap
to a Brighter Future
Serving homeless veterans and disadvantaged youth across Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, and Louisiana.
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Our Story
Born from Service, Driven by Purpose
As a disabled veteran, our founder created Bigg Chico Cares to turn the tide — getting homeless veterans off the streets by connecting them with resources and benefits earned through service.
Learn More"I have created my organization to do what we can to turn the tide and get homeless veterans off the streets by connecting them with the resources that will allow them access to the benefits they earned."
What We Do
Our Programs
Every initiative addresses real needs — from veteran transitional housing to school-supply drives.
Your Dollar at Work
See the Impact
$25 Backpack with supplies for one student
$50 Hygiene & comfort kit for a veteran
$100 Emergency groceries for a family
$500 Full classroom of students equipped
$1K+ Bronze sponsor with full recognition
Events
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7th Annual Back To School Community Day
Our 2024 backpack drive brought families, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters together for another successful community celebration.
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Sponsors, volunteers, organizers, and participants helped make our 2023 backpack drive a success for families in the community.
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What People Say
Bigg Chico Cares made such a difference for my children. Getting backpacks and supplies was a huge relief for our family. God bless this organization.
As a veteran who was struggling, finding an organization that truly understands our needs made all the difference. They connected me with resources I didn't know existed.
Sponsoring the annual back-to-school drive has been one of the most rewarding things our business has done. You can see the impact directly.
The holiday events brought so much joy. My kids had a Christmas they'll remember forever, thanks to the generosity of everyone at Bigg Chico Cares.
Volunteering at the backpack drive was incredible. The smiles on those kids' faces — you can't put a price on that. I come back every year.
Bigg Chico Cares made such a difference for my children. Getting backpacks and supplies was a huge relief for our family. God bless this organization.
As a veteran who was struggling, finding an organization that truly understands our needs made all the difference. They connected me with resources I didn't know existed.
Sponsoring the annual back-to-school drive has been one of the most rewarding things our business has done. You can see the impact directly.
The holiday events brought so much joy. My kids had a Christmas they'll remember forever, thanks to the generosity of everyone at Bigg Chico Cares.
Volunteering at the backpack drive was incredible. The smiles on those kids' faces — you can't put a price on that. I come back every year.
Ways To Help
Support the mission in the way that fits you best.
Lead with donations, while still giving sponsors and hands-on supporters clear, visible paths into the work Bigg Chico Cares is doing.
Support Our Mission
Help us bridge the gap to a brighter future for veterans and youth.
Your tax-deductible donation helps Bigg Chico Cares respond to real needs through outreach, community programs, school-supply efforts, and support for homeless veterans and disadvantaged youth.
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Sponsorship
Partner with a mission that is visible in the community.
Bronze ($1,000), Silver ($2,500), and Gold ($5,000) sponsorship levels give businesses, families, and community partners a clear way to support the work and be recognized for it.
Get Involved
There is a place for volunteers, supply donors, and advocates.
Whether you give your time, donate supplies, help promote events, or connect others to the mission, Bigg Chico Cares can use your support in meaningful ways.