Operation Backpack 2026 Appointment Signup

Request an Operation Backpack Appointment

To request an Operation Backpack appointment, please complete the form below.
Operation Backpack provides new backpacks and school supplies for local students in need, serving residents of Amesbury, Byfield, Georgetown, Groveland, Merrimac, Newbury, Newburyport, Rowley, Salisbury, and West Newbury.

For other communities, please visit our Out of Service Area Resource Page

For questions, please contact Tiffany Nigro at Tnigro@pettengillhouse.org

Operation Backpack Distribution – Appointments

Appointments for this week’s Operation Backpack distribution are now full.

New appointment times will be available on Thursday, September 3rd from 9:30 AM–3:30 PM.

We have plenty of backpacks and school supplies available! Please complete the information below and select an available appointment time.

Once you submit the form, your appointment will be reserved. Backpacks and school supplies will be available for pickup at our Amesbury office:

Pettengill House, Inc.
21 Water Street, 4th Floor
Amesbury, MA

We look forward to helping your child get ready for the new school year!
Parent/Guardian's Name

First NameLast Name
Current Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
E-mail
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Have you received services from Pettengill House within the last year?
How many school-aged children (pre-k through 12th grade) in your household will need backpacks and school supplies?
# of children
Student Info
PLEASE NOTE: All backpacks will be pre-filled with school supplies to help your child start the school year. Click in the circle below to view the calendar.
Appointments in Amesbury are available Thursday, September 3rd, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Please select a date and time below:
Appointments at the East Parish Church, 8 Lafayette Road, across from the Pettengill House Pantry in Salisbury, are available from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and from 4:00 and 5:30 PM on 8/18 and 8/25. Please select a date and time below:
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