Through our K to College program, SupplyBank.org partners with county offices of education, school districts, First 5 agencies, and domestic violence shelters to provide grade-appropriate supplies to homeless, foster, and other low-income students and their families across California.
The lack of adequate school supplies is among the top challenges low-income and homeless students face in attending school. Additionally, children with poor oral health miss thousands of hours of school, suffer from malnutrition, and experience low-self esteem. Our school supplies, personal hygiene, and dental kit distribution services are helping improve grades, learning, and self-confidence for students in need.
Our School Supplies Program By the Numbers:
- 2009: SupplyBank.org begins distributing school supplies
- $35,000,000+ in grade-appropriate school supplies distributed since 2015
- 390,000+ high-needs students served across the state
- 797 partners engaged in distribution
What Our Trusted Partners are Saying About Our School Supplies Program:
- “SupplyBank.org’s school supplies and diaper distribution programs make an incredible impact. The school supplies program delivers more than pencils and notebooks—it makes students eager to come to school and removes a real financial burden for parents. The diaper kit program provides much-needed support and financial relief for our student-parents, many of whom are raising kids on their own while pursuing their education.” – Program Manager at Madera Unified School District
- “The Santa Barbara County Office of Education is proud to partner with SupplyBank.org to distribute grade-appropriate school supplies to our community’s shelters, community centers, and families in need. Just being able to say “Yes, we can provide what you need” is a new experience for us and we are loving the ability to be able to help in such a meaningful way.” – Director, Transitional Youth Services from Santa Barbara County Education Office
- “For many years, SupplyBank.org’s school supplies distribution program has provided essential support for families experiencing homelessness in Riverside County. The school supplies kits level the playing field for children in need, removing barriers to help them complete homework and other critical school projects. Because these kits are also supplemental to classroom supplies, they truly provide more than everything our students need for school.” – Director at Riverside County Office of Education
Interested in having SupplyBank.org distribute supplies to a school near you?
Let us know! Email info@supplybank.org.
