Viles & Beckman Foundation

09/22/2026

🎓 We are honored to introduce the 2026 Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship recipient, Justin Schoen!

This year, 4,145 students trusted us with their stories of perseverance, service, leadership, and community. Choosing one recipient was no easy task.

Justin’s story stood out because he did more than experience the power of community. He chose to become that kind of community for someone else.

After his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, Justin founded Cap My Crown, helping cancer patients access scalp cooling treatments during chemotherapy. Through his work, he has raised more than $15,000 and helped 15 patients receive support.

Congratulations, Justin! We are proud to invest in your future and celebrate the impact you are already making.

To every student who applied, thank you for sharing your story with us. Keep learning. Keep serving. Keep showing up.

07/28/2026

The rain changed our plans, but it didn’t change our mission! You’re invited this Saturday to pick up your backpack if we missed you on July 18th. 🎒

If you already grabbed your backpack or are just looking for something fun to do, we hope you will join us this Saturday, August 1st!

💚10 am - 1 pm while supplies last
📍Viles & Beckman | 6350 Presidential Court

07/18/2026

🎒 We're here and ready to serve our community! 💚

Due to today's weather, our Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway has been moved to a drive through distribution to help keep everyone safe.

We'll be here until 1:00 PM, handing out free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last. Simply stay in your vehicle, and our team will come to you!

📍 Viles & Beckman, The 5 Star Law Firm®
6350 Presidential Ct.
Fort Myers, FL 33919

Thank you for your flexibility and support. We're proud to continue serving students and families across Southwest Florida, and we look forward to seeing you today! 🚗🎒💚

07/18/2026

💚 Important Event Update

The safety of our families, volunteers, sponsors, and community will always come first.

Due to today's weather conditions, we've made the decision to pivot our Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway to a drive through distribution. Families will still receive free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last, but from the safety and convenience of their vehicles.

While we're disappointed we can't celebrate together today, the fun isn't canceled. In the coming weeks, we'll be hosting a Back 2 School Bash so our families can enjoy the games, face painting, hot dogs, snow cones, and community celebration we had planned.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who continues to support the Viles & Beckman Foundation. Your commitment allows us to continue serving students and families across Southwest Florida, rain or shine.

We look forward to seeing you today and celebrating together very soon! 🎒💚

07/17/2026

We couldn’t do this without our partners!

A huge thank you to the Viles & Beckman Foundation for bringing our community together for such an amazing event! ❤️

We are honored to be one of the vendors at tomorrow's Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway. Come out for a fun filled day, support an incredible community event, and don't forget to stop by our booth to say hi. We can't wait to meet you and your family!

07/06/2026

🍕 You're invited to our Pizza Fundraiser! 💚

Join the Viles & Beckman Foundation at Blaze Pizza on Friday, July 10, and help us make a difference for local students across Southwest Florida.

From your office lunch order starting at 11:00 AM to take-out with your friends and family at 8:00 PM, 20% of all sales will benefit the Viles & Beckman Foundation and help provide free backpacks and school supplies for children at our 2026 Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway!

Every purchase helps support a child heading back to school with confidence. Mark your calendars now and order pizza later.

📍 Blaze Pizza Fort Myers
13250 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907

⭐ Don't forget to mention the Viles & Beckman Foundation or use code FUND A at checkout.

We can't wait to see you there. Thank you for helping us invest in the future of our community! 💚

06/22/2026

🎒 Sponsor Spotlight 🎒

A huge thank you to Dr. Frick and Collier Chiropractic & Accident Rehabilitation Center for making the FIRST commitment to sponsor our 2026 Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway! 💚

Community events like this are only possible because of generous partners who share our commitment to supporting local families and helping students start the school year prepared and confident.

Thanks to sponsors like Dr. Frick, the Viles & Beckman Foundation can continue providing free backpacks, school supplies, and a fun-filled day for children and families throughout Southwest Florida.

We are grateful for your partnership and your dedication to making a positive impact in our community.

Join us on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Viles & Beckman, The 5 Star Law Firm® for free backpacks, school supplies, games, food, face painting, and more while supplies last.

Together, we can help local students start the school year strong. 📚✨

06/15/2026

A backpack may seem small, but for a child heading back to school, it can mean everything. 🎒💚

The Viles & Beckman Foundation is proud to host our annual Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway to help local students across Fort Myers and Southwest Florida start the school year with confidence.

Free backpacks, school supplies, hot dogs, snow cones, outdoor games, face painting, and a day dedicated to supporting local families—all while supplies last.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to walk into the classroom prepared, supported, and ready to succeed. That's why we're committed to investing in the future of our community, one student at a time.

📍 Fort Myers, FL
📅 July 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

If you'd like to make an impact, we're currently seeking sponsors, volunteers, and community partners to help us reach even more families this year. 💚

Stronger together. Better every day.

06/09/2026

🎒 Mark your calendars, Southwest Florida!

The Viles & Beckman Foundation is proud to host our annual Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Viles & Beckman, The 5 Star Law Firm® in Fort Myers.

As families prepare for a new school year, our goal is simple: help local students start the year with confidence by providing free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last.

This free community event will also include hot dogs, snow cones, outdoor games, face painting, and family-friendly fun for all ages.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to start the school year prepared, and we are honored to continue supporting students and families throughout Southwest Florida.

📍 6350 Presidential Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919
🗓 Saturday, July 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

We can't wait to see you there. 💚