About Citypak
Dignity for every human:
The CITYPAK ethos
Dignity for all
CITYPAK provides custom-designed backpacks custom-designed backpacks to people experiencing homelessness or housing displacement. With support from exclusive manufacturing partner Samsonite/High Sierra, and working with non-profit distribution partners, our mission upholds human dignity by providing essential gear to those who need it most. We believe in dignity for everyone.
Engineered with purpose
Built from durable ballistic nylon, the 45L CITYPAK features secure storage, comfort straps, and waterproof protection. Its unique design includes an integrated rain poncho and anti-theft loops, specifically engineered for those navigating life without a home.
Nurturing a community
CITYPAK distributions create opportunities for meaningful connections with PAK recipients, who report feeling seen, respected and valued when receiving these high-quality PAKs. The program builds community while meeting essential needs, and fostering dignity and mutual support.
Become a distribution partner, donate, or inquire about distribution sponsorship opportunities at hello@citypak.org
Our Impact
653k
Dignity for all
Dignity for all
Unhoused in the U.S.
+115k
Unhoused in the U.S.
+115k
Unhoused in the U.S.
+115k
Unhoused in the U.S.
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Some key features
about the CITYPAK
Custom-designed for those navigating life without a home, this high quality PAK has some special features worth highlighting.
Integrated rain poncho
Designed to cover person + PAK
Anti-theft webbing loops
Use as deterrence against quick
grab-and-run theft
Waterproof internal zippered pocket
Helps keep key papers protected
from wet weather
Label for contact info
Made to keep ownership identity easy
Reflective webbing strip
Enhanced visibility in low light
Ballistic nylon
Offers long-term reliability
in harsh conditions
Bottom and side compression straps
Ideal for bedding or other large items
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Anti-theft
webbing loops
Integrated rain poncho
nternal waterproof
pocket for documents