BACKPACKS FOR LIFE INC
55 SUNSET AVE, VERONA, NJ 07044 www.backpacksforlife.org

Total Revenue
$251,529
Total Expenses
$248,382
Net Assets
$188,124

Organizations Filed Purposes: THE PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO HELP HOMELESS AND DISADVANTAGED VETERANS BY PROVIDING THEM WITH DAILY LIFE ESSENTIALS AS WELL AS COMMUNICATE TO THEM ABOUT THE VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND AGENCIES THAT ARE IN PLACE TO HELP THEM ADAPT AND SUCCEED AS THEY TRANSITION TO LIFE AFTER SERVICE.

Backpacks program The Organization distributes backpacks containing the daily essentials at various events held throughout the year. Backpacks and the supplies that are delivered in them are mainly acquired through donation and purchase. The Organization is also developing a proprietary backpack that they will distribute as part of this program. The Organization intends to employ veterans in the assembly of these backpacks so that veterans can gain employable skills and a work history.

The Organization has developed an online resource portal, ROGER, where veterans and their families can search for resources in their area. As part of this program, The Organization gets directly involved with some of the most at risk veterans. Services to these veterans includes counseling on where and how to find the help they may need in a quick and efficient manner. Critical assistance may also be provided for housing, transportation, and food. Special projects may also be catagorized to this program.

Executives Listed on Filing

Total Salary includes financial earnings, benefits, and all related organization earnings listed on tax filing

NameTitleHours Per WeekTotal Salary
Kara DesmetSecretary35$20,005
Alexa ModeroVice President35$19,100
James PiazzaTreasurer0$0
Brett D'AlessandroPresident0$0

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