United Way of Wyandotte County and the Back to School Fair Committee have joined together to hold the “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive for the annual Days of Action.
Set for June 21-July 21, Stuff the Bus collects donated school supplies to be packed in book bags and provided to students in need so they can start the school year ready to learn.
Last year, 5,000 Wyandotte County students received bags filled with these much needed supplies at the Back to School Fair and through Wyandotte County schools.
There are many ways individuals and organizations can get involved with Stuff the Bus: conduct a drive at a business, church, youth or civic groups; collect monetary donations or gift cards to purchase supplies; volunteer to work the Back to School Fair on Aug. 1. Colleagues may work together for a meaningful cause. Along with helping to ensure kids start school successfully, they will raise awareness about the critical need for school supplies.
To sign up to hold a drive, make a donation or learn more, contact Cathi Hahner at 913-374-3674, Ext. 1308, or [email protected].
– Story from Cathi Hahner, director of volunteer services, Volunteer Center and RSVP, United Way of Wyandotte County