GIVE A CHILD AN EXPERIENCE
TO BUILD THEIR CONFIDENCE
Helping Children Start the School Year with Confidence
Gear Up & Go! is a back-to-school shopping experience hosted by Northern Valley Catholic Social Service in partnership with Kohl’s Cares. The event supports children in Redding and Chico referred through NVCSS programs and our community partners by providing the opportunity to shop for new clothing, shoes, and school essentials before the start of the school year.
Each child is paired with a volunteer shopping buddy who helps create a supportive, encouraging, and personalized shopping experience while helping them choose items that fit their needs, style, and personality. More than a shopping trip, Gear Up & Go! helps children feel confident, cared for, and prepared for the year ahead.
EVENT INFORMATION
Date & Time:
Saturday, August 8, 2026
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Butte County - Chico
Location:
Kohl’s
1505 Springfield Drive
Chico, CA 95928
Contact:
Rosaura Reyes
(530) 990-5587
Shasta County - Redding
Location:
Kohl’s
895 Browning Street
Redding, CA 96003
Contact:
Rebekah Hollister
(530) 248-0374
Sponsorship Information
Gear Up & Go! is more than a back-to-school shopping event. It is an opportunity to help local children start the school year with confidence, dignity, and the support of a caring community.
Your sponsorship helps provide new clothing, shoes, and school essentials for children across the North State while creating a meaningful experience that reminds them they are seen, valued, and supported as they head into a new school year.
Partner with us and
make a difference.
Simply fill out this form or contact our office for more information.
Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to maintaining strict confidentiality.
Shasta, Tehama & Trinity Counties
Lee McClellan-Karp
Development Director
(530) 201-0765
lkarp@nvcss.org
