Since its inception, Disparti Law Group’s Project Backpack has provided more than 5,000 backpacks to students in underserved communities. What started as a small way to give back has grown into a meaningful annual tradition. This year alone, the Project Backpack Street Team rolled into four Chicago-area communities and handed out nearly 1,500 fully stocked backpacks, helping local families get ready for the school year.
Going Beyond the Backpack
With the rising costs of school supplies, the team at Disparti Law Group knew that simply giving away empty backpacks wouldn’t be enough. That’s why each backpack was hand-packed with essential items that students need to succeed in the classroom. These included:
- Folders and spiral notebooks
- Pencil cases, pens, and pencils
- Crayons, glue sticks, and scissors
- Rulers and other classroom essentials
“We want every child to feel confident and prepared on their first day of school,” said Larry Disparti, Founder of Disparti Law Group. “Each backpack is filled with the supplies students need to excel in school—not just to get by.”
Focusing on Communities That Need It Most
This year, Project Backpack made stops in Englewood, Roseland, Blue Island, and Cicero — neighborhoods where many families face financial challenges as they prepare for the new school year. By bringing the event directly to these communities, the team was able to connect with families in a meaningful, personal way.
At the 7th Annual Fernwood Park Festival, local organizer Howard Little expressed his appreciation:
“We really appreciated that the Disparti Law Group team came out to the festival to hand out backpacks,” said Little. “There is such a need in our community, and we are thankful that there are people like the team at Disparti who care about us. Thank you to Larry and his team!”
A Commitment to Giving Back
Project Backpack is just one of the many ways that Disparti Law Group works to uplift the communities they serve. Whether it’s through legal advocacy or grassroots support, the firm remains committed to helping people get the tools they need to build better futures.
As the 2025–2026 school year begins, Disparti Law Group is proud to have played a small part in helping hundreds of students feel confident, supported, and ready to learn.
