United Way’s “Stuff the Bus” campaign has consistently demonstrated its positive impact on children’s lives. Last year, the campaign reached an impressive milestone by collecting 22,716 new school supply items, enabling the organization to stuff 1,750 backpacks swiftly. This success was achieved through the efforts of 70 dedicated volunteers.
This year, the campaign invites the community to participate once again. The goal is to match or even surpass last year’s success.
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**Event Details:**
– **When:** Through July 26, 2024
– **Where:** MWRD Admin Building, 300 NW Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
– **Why:** The need for school supplies is significant, with 9,508 PreK-6th grade students in the city and 51,000 PreK-12th grade students in the county.
**Needed Items:**
– Composition Notebooks
– Dry Eraser and Washable Markers
– Two-Pocket Folders
– One Subject Spiral Notebooks
– Fiskars Scissors, 5″ Blunt Tip
– 24 pk Crayola Crayons
– 12 pk Colored Pencils
– Pencil Sharpeners
– 12 pk #2 Pencils
– Glue Sticks
– Pencil Boxes
– 12″ Ruler
– Backpacks
Teachers also need supplies such as Clorox wipes, Kleenex, Expo markers, index cards, and Sharpie markers (any color, any size).
For those who prefer a remote option for donation, items can be purchased from the United Way’s Stuff the Bus list for students and teachers, which will be shipped directly to United Way. Your donations make a real impact by supporting families with multiple children, helping teachers save money, and ensuring each student is prepared for a successful school year while maintaining their dignity.
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