PIFFY Award Organization, in partnership with Paterson Black Lives Matter, we are committed to empowering youth, supporting educational advancement, and helping students successfully transition into college and continued education programs.

This year, we are proud to launch our 2026 College Dorm Essential Educational Supply Shopping Spree Initiative, designed to provide graduating seniors and returning college students with essential dorm, educational, and personal care items to help them begin the school year prepared, confident, and supported.

💜 Why This Initiative Matters

Many students and families face financial challenges when preparing for college. Basic dorm and educational necessities can become overwhelming expenses for families already navigating tuition, housing, and transportation costs.

Your support helps us:

Relieve financial stress for students and families

Ensure students begin the semester fully prepared

Provide encouragement, mentorship, and community support

Create confidence and stability during an important life transition

Because at PIFFY, we believe in our students — and they are our future.

📦 Distribution Date

August 2026

🎓 Application Information

Applications for the 2026 College Dorm Essential Educational Supply Shopping Spree for:

Dorming 2026 College Freshmen

Returning Dorming College Students (Ages 18–25)

will begin:

📅 June 1, 2026 – July 1, 2026

Eligible students may apply beginning June 1st through the PIFFY Award Organization website.

Donation & Sponsorship Levels

💜 $100 – Spark Potential

Helps provide essential school supplies and dorm starter items.

💛 $200 – Fuel Education

Supports educational materials, books, and learning tools.

💜 $300 – Build Opportunity

Helps expand access to mentorship, workshops, and career guidance.

💛 $400 – Invest in Success

Supports scholarships, dorm essentials, and program participation.

💜 $500 – Change a Life

Creates a lasting impact by fully supporting one student’s college preparation needs.

🤝 How You Can Help

Your donation directly supports deserving students pursuing higher education and continued education opportunities. Together, we can help build brighter futures, stronger communities, and generational change.

👉 Donate today and help us make a difference.