Christmas in JulyBowling for Backpacks

Thank you for filling the lanes on July 16.

Christmas in July: Bowling for Backpacks is complete for 2026. Teams, sponsors, and families turned a summer afternoon at Andy B's into backpacks, school supplies, and practical Back 2 School support for students in Oklahoma City.

See the RecapThe Gala is Oct. 30
Christmas in JulyJuly 16, 2026Andy B's / Oklahoma City
A sand snowman wearing a Santa hat and sunglasses on a sunny beach

Christmas in July.

Let's roll

Holiday joy, school-year hope

Christmas in JulyTeam SponsorLane SponsorBackpacksSchool Supplies

Thank You

Christmas in July is a wrap.

On July 16 at Andy B's, teams, sponsors, and families filled the lanes so students across Oklahoma City could start the school year with backpacks, supplies, and people in their corner. Registration for this year is closed.

Thank you to every bowler, volunteer, and friend who showed up. Back 2 School support continues year-round at City Center.

What's next

Stories From the Center, City Center's 9th Annual Gala, is Friday, October 30 at City + State.

See the Gala

The people who made it happen

  • Presenting Sponsor

    The Kneedy Family

  • Family Night Sponsor

    The Shank Family

  • Teams

    Trisura Specialty Insurance Company (three teams)

Why This Matters

A backpack can carry more than supplies.

For many families, the start of a school year brings more than excitement. It brings pressure. Supplies, clothes, schedules, transportation, and the quiet worry of wanting a child to walk into class prepared.

City Center exists in that space with practical support and steady relationships. Christmas in July: Bowling for Backpacks helps provide the kind of relief that protects dignity and reminds students they are seen, supported, and not starting the year alone.

Relief of needs. Restoration of lives. Sometimes Christmas in July begins with a backpack, a pencil, and someone who cares.

Back 2 School impact

Your team helps students walk in prepared.

Backpacks

Durable backpacks for students beginning a new school year.

School Supplies

Essential classroom items that help students start with confidence.

Family Relief

Practical support that eases the pressure families feel before school begins.

Restoration

A simple act of generosity that opens the door to trust, relationship, and hope.