Miami, FL, August 27, 2021 –(PR.com)– Lines of local residents formed early on Saturday morning for the Project P.E.A.C.E. Back-to-School Block Party where they received new backpacks filled with school supplies while enjoying festivities like live music, free food and a classic car show.

Sponsored by Miami-Dade County, Project P.E.A.C.E. is administered through Be Strong International. Through Be Strong’s efforts more than 1,300 students got new school bags during the Back-to-School Block Party on Saturday, August 21, 2021, from 11:00 am. to 2:00 p.m. at Demps Park, 11350 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170.

“After a year of distance learning, we are excited to have our children back in schools…” said Luisa Santos, District 9’s school board member. “We are here today to set them up for success!” She personally donated over 200 backpacks.

Aside from the school supply giveaway, there was a plethora of free food and activities…