Join us in ensuring every student starts the school year equipped and ready to learn! Our back-to-school drive provides essential supplies to students in need, helping them succeed academically and feel confident in the classroom.
Why Your Support Matters
Many families struggle to afford the necessary school supplies. By donating to our back-to-school drive, you are:
- Providing students with the tools they need to succeed.
- Helping alleviate the financial burden on families.
- Promoting educational equity within our community.
- Empowering students to feel prepared and confident.
See Events in Your Local Area
Explore the events happening in your community and discover how you can participate, support, and make a difference in students’ lives. Check the list below for details on events near you.
CIS of Benton-Franklin
Back to School Drive
Organized by Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin to support students with school supplies for the upcoming year. Donations made through the page go directly toward providing students with essential items like backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and other necessary supplies to help them succeed in school.
For more details, you can visit the school drive page.
Contact: info@cisbf.org
CIS of Greater King County
2024 Backpack Drive
- Donation Deadline: August 18
- Block Party & Distribution: August 18
For more details, visit: 2024 Backpack Drive.
Your donations and support are greatly appreciated!
Contact: Fawn, fawn@cisgkc.org
Puyallup
Fill the Canoe
- Event Dates: July 29 – August 16
- Location: Aylen Jr. High, August 16, 10 AM – 2 PM (School Supply Drop-Off Day)
- Registration & Event Details: FTC 2024 & Fill the Canoe
- Contact: Leigh Butler
Your support is needed for this event!
Better Together Event
- Event Date: December 14, 2024
- Location: Dessie Evans Elementary School
- Event Details: Contact Kay Tremper for more information at trempk@puyallupsd.org.
South King County
Fill the Bus School Supply Drive
Join us in our mission of surround students with a community of support by empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Our school supply fundraiser aims to ensure that every child starts the school year with the tools they need to learn and thrive.
- Location: Kent Station
- Date/Time: August 22, 4-6pm
For more details, visit: Fill the Bus 2024 – Communities In Schools of Kent.
We appreciate your support in helping us fill the bus with school supplies!
Contact: Angela, astave@ciskent.org
Spokane County
Tools 2 Schools
- Date: August 22
- Location: MLK Center, 500 S Stone St, Spokane, WA 99202
- Volunteer Sign-Up: Link
- Donation Links: Amazon Wishlist and Donation Form
Contact: Evie Shell at evie@cisspokane.org.
CIS of Tacoma
2024 Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive
- Collection Dates: August 1-15
- Volunteer Sorting/Stuffing: August 19-21
- Block Party: August 27 (Includes backpack distribution, free haircuts, food, and more)
For more details, visit: 2024 Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive – Communities In Schools of Tacoma.
We are seeking support through donations and vendors. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Contact: Nicole Jackson, njackso1@tacoma.k12.wa.us
CIS of Whatcom-Skagit
Pint Night 2024
Are you smarter than a fifth grader? Trivia Night!
When: August 22nd (Show up: 6:00PM, Trivia begins 7:00PM)
Where: Aslan Depot: Barrels and Brewing (1322 N State St, Bellingham)
Who: Teams of 1 to 4 people (4 people max)
What: Fun trivia, raffle baskets, and more!
Cost: $5/per person to participate in trivia
Learn more HERE in the event link.
Contact: Maddy, maddy@ciswhatcom-skagit.org