Our Impact
Pay Away uplifts deserving youth
and families across the U.S. and
military bases worldwide.
Back to School: July - August
Families and caregivers are spending more than ever on back-to-school supplies.
Support during this season is more important than ever. School supplies are more than just pencils and notebooks, they symbolize a student’s readiness and confidence to excel. Without the essentials, students can feel unprepared, which may affect their self-esteem and academic success.
At Pay Away, we believe every student deserves to feel confident, prepared, and empowered with the tools they need to thrive in school. Our programs provide families with access to vital supplies such as backpacks, school lists of required items, clothing, and electronics, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed.
55%
of families start back-to-school shopping by early July
67%
of families that have seen higher prices on back-to-school items
$890
The amount families anticipate spending on back-to-school clothing, shoes and electronics
Holidays: November - December
We believe every family deserves to experience the joy
of the holiday season without the burden of financial
stress, allowing every child to feel the magic
and wonder this time of year brings.
For many families, the holidays are a time to celebrate and exchange gifts, but the pressure to afford these traditions can strain household budgets, creating unnecessary stress.
Pay Away helps lighten this load by easing financial burdens, spreading joy, and instilling hope for families
and children during the holiday season.
We provide children with gifts and essential items such as games, toys, books, backpacks, clothing, and coats.
$900
The amount families anticipate spending on on gifts celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa
85%
of families have started their holiday shopping by Thanksgiving weekend.
45%
of consumers begin holiday shopping before the first week of November
Community Call to Action
In response to the devastating 2025 Los Angeles fires, we launched the Kindness in Action- Relief for LA Families Campaign to provide families affected by the fires with $250 gift cards for clothing and essentials.
