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. On June 19th, we were contacted by Elaine Farinas, an intern at San Diego non-profit organization, Community Boost Consulting. Elaine, together with two other people, are currently touring the country promoting Social Entrepreneurship as a part of...

. The Supreme Court struck down DOMA on Wednesday, moving one step closer to equality for all. Now, let’s celebrate by dancing the weekend away. Happy Pride, everyone! Muah.

. 10-year-old Hunter is not just worthy of STATE’s Courage badge, he has also - without a doubt - earned our Knowledge badge after having performed the Heimlich maneuver on his best friend Carter until...

. Is your company looking to give back in a more local, interactive, and genuine way? STATE works closely with businesses to tailor brand specific partnerships that align our company mission with yours. Learn more...

. 5 years ago, STATE Bags co-founding duo, Scot and Jacqueline Tatelman, founded Country Roads Foundation and its signature program, Camp POWER. Camp POWER is a one week, fully-funded summer camp for hundreds of kids growing up in New...

On Tuesday evening, the first ever Big Apple Teachers of the Year Award ceremony took place at Gracie Mansion in Manhattan. It’s the first citywide recognition program open to all full-time teachers in public schools...

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. . . Committed to rolling out its GiveBackPack programacross the U.S., STATE recently partnered with retail powerhouse Zumiez in order to reach more communities in need. STATE’s Founder and GiveBackGuy, Scot Tatelman, went cross-country...

. At STATE, we always want to recognize people that live by our six core values; Health, Conservation, Courage, Acceptance, Leadership, and Knowledge. In this particular case, Hawaiian second grader Eileen Parkman could not have...

. . . . . . Sometimes traveling can help you understand the importance of what you do. The PackMen taking our first trip outside of NYC to deliver 200 backpacks to disadvantaged youth in...

. Beach. Backpacks are the new beach bag! Our Mercer bag will not only prevent all your belongings from being covered in sand, but its water-repellent waxed cotton canvas will also keep your things from...

. In honor of Mother’s Day, let’s take a look at what kind of advice STATE’s very own PackMen received from their mothers. Rick’s Mom taught him to always be prepared for anything and everything...