19th Annual Back to School Drive, Health Fair & Business Expo
Veteran-Owned Business Vendor Opportunity + Community Event
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
🕘 Event Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎤 Welcome Ceremony: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 Location: PlazAmericas Mall
201 Sharpstown Center, Houston, TX 77036
💵 Cost: FREE | Family-Friendly Event
Join thousands of families, businesses, and community partners for a day dedicated to supporting Houston students and families! For 19 years, this Back to School Drive has provided essential resources to help students start the school year prepared, confident, and supported.
🎒 Goal: 10,000+ backpacks for local students
Event Highlights:
🎒 Free backpacks & school supplies
🥫 Food pantry resources
🩺 Health fair services & screenings
🏢 Business Expo & community organizations
📚 School readiness resources
🏰 Family activities and more
Veteran-Owned Businesses — Showcase Your Business!
The Business Expo Committee is seeking vendors to participate and highlight veteran-owned businesses within the community.
Vendor Fee: $250
🎒 100% of vendor proceeds support the purchase of school supplies and backpacks for students in need.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Showcase your products and services
- Connect with families, community leaders, and local organizations
- Increase awareness of veteran-owned businesses
- Support a meaningful community mission
As a Navy Veteran, business owner of Straight Genuine Consulting, and member of the Business Expo Committee, Rachel Gravlee invites HRVCC members and veteran entrepreneurs to be part of this impactful event.
Sponsorships, donations, and organization participation:
🌐 https://backtoschooldrive.org
Vendor Registration / Information:
Rachel Gravlee
📧 rachel@straightgenuineconsulting.com
📞 832-863-8399
