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Backpack Blessings
Book bags and school supplies for nursery, elementary, and high school students.
Jamaica, Wyandanch, and the Bronx
Hope is where the heart is.
Destiny Bound Inc. empowers families and youth ages 0-24 with tangible goods, mentoring, education, outreach, scholarships, and the confidence to live their fullest destiny.
Our story
Bringing smiles every day.
Destiny Bound is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering families, with a primary focus on youth ages 0-24.
Our goal is to dismantle multi-generational poverty by pairing tangible goods with innovative services. We encourage, motivate, and guide young people toward their fullest destiny.
As change-agents in the community, we help build self-confidence, provide mentorship and leadership skills, and support students so they can stay in school and succeed.
"Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do."
What we do
Tangible care, practical resources, and lasting encouragement.
The Destiny Bound work spans school readiness, basic needs, holiday giving, community cleanup, job readiness, health, wellness, and mentorship.
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Cozy Toes
Socks for veterans, neighbors in need, and people experiencing homelessness.
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The Spirit of Giving
Food and toys for families during the holiday season, including toy giveaways.
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Staying Dry
Diapers and wipes for parents in need, distributed with care and dignity.
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Undies in Need
Underwear and essentials for families who need practical support.
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Food Pantry
Nourishing hearts, feeding hope, and transforming lives with food access.
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Operation Clean
Community cleanup efforts and Love Your City service days.
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Community Investment
Collaboration, job readiness, health, wellness, and resources for whole communities.
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Care Bags & Masking
Care bags, masks, hygiene support, and outreach for public health needs.
Mentoring programs
Teaching today's youth valuable lifelong lessons.
Programs build leadership skills, lasting friendships, stronger relationships, and the confidence young people need for tomorrow.
LeadershipTechnologyMathScienceArtDiversityCreative thinkingProblem solvingPositive affirmationsLife skills
I AM... Worthy.Strong.Unique.Loved.Destined for Greatness.
The I AM... movement helps youth speak identity, purpose, and confidence over their own future.
Educational Mentoring
Story time, academic support, and financial literacy workshops including I AM Financially Savvy.
A Different Type of LENS
A photography-based mentoring program that helps mentees view their neighborhoods and life skills through a different lens.
Girls Are Cool with Tools
Early STEAM exposure through hands-on carpentry and workshop skills for girls.
Wyandanch UFSD Partnership
Free afterschool programming, including Girls Are Cool with Tools, I AM Financially Savvy, and Bridging the Gap.
Bridging the Gap
Financial literacy for high school students covering saving, budgeting, banking, credit, fraud, investing, and independence.
Certificates & Recommendations
Mentees can receive certificates of completion, and eligible high school juniors and seniors may receive recommendation letters.
A peek inside
The work in pictures.
School supplies, outreach, diaper support, family events, socks, and service days across New York communities.
Events and campaigns
Annual rhythms and recent community moments.
A recent archive of events and ongoing campaigns. Reach out for the current calendar.
Operation Community Event
Community investment programming and resource outreach.
NYC Summer Streets
Listed for 7 AM – 1 PM at 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard.
Wyandanch and STEAM in the Community
Community learning and engagement events connected to the mentoring mission.
Backpack, Toy, Sock, Diaper, and Food Drives
Seasonal campaigns that equip families with practical support throughout the year.
Community Outreach, Senior Summerfest, Family Fun Day, Prep Rally
Past events from the original site are preserved here as part of Destiny Bound's community history.
Scholarship
The Lillian Carter Memorial Scholarship
Honoring a legacy of love by investing in young people and their education.
Contact Destiny Bound for the current scholarship cycle, eligibility, deadlines, or to give directly to the scholarship fund.
Donate
Give in the way that works for you.
Your gift supports backpacks, socks, diapers, wipes, underwear, food, toys, mentoring, scholarships, and community outreach.
Text Destiny1 to 53555 to give from your phone. · EIN 84-3178846
Sponsors
A village that shows up.
Thanks to the businesses, foundations, and community partners who have supported Destiny Bound's work.
HanesBombasCVS HealthBethpage Federal Credit UnionChipotleApplebee'sCostcoNY GiantsDAVIDsTEASpirit4imprintThe BroBasketCitizens Committee for NYCDot'sLet's RoamAdventure BookThe Adventure Park
Contact
Partner with Destiny Bound.
Reach out to volunteer, sponsor, coordinate a goods donation, ask about mentoring, or learn about the scholarship.
Offices
Main Office: Jamaica, New York
Satellite Offices: Wyandanch, NY and Bronx, NY