Aug. 25, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas has announced that she has distributed more than 2,500 free backpacks to Queens students across five community giveaways held throughout back-to-school season in August.

González-Rojas partnered with elected officials across the borough to give away thousands of free backpacks ahead of the new academic year, hosting community events in Corona, Jackson Heights, Astoria, East Elmhurst and Woodside throughout August.

González-Rojas praised colleagues at the city, state and federal level for helping to “kick off the school year” for students across Queens. She added that the giveaway events also help local residents to build a sense of community with their neighbors.

“These events are not only about providing backpacks a

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