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A collaborative effort between Classroom Central, Communities In Schools, and WSOC-TV and its Family Focus Partners
The School Tools Campaign is the region's largest school supplies collection, operating in Mecklenburg and 19 surrounding counties. In Mecklenburg County, more than half of all students qualify for free or reduced-price lunches,a common indicator of need. Many parents cannot afford even the most basic of school supplies for their children. During the month of August, the School Tools Campaign will collect and distribute school supplies to thousands of Charlotte's (and other counties) neediest students. Last year in Mecklenburg County alone, nearly 58,000 pounds of supplies were distributed to students in more than 100 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
The success of School Tools relies heavily on the support of individuals and businesses in the community:
Individuals
Individuals can drop off donations of supplies throughout August at area Food Lion stores, Honda Dealers of the Carolinas dealerships, and Classroom Central, 2116 Wilkinson Boulevard. Call 704-377-1740, ext. 14.
Postal Collection Day - Saturday, August 22, 2009
One of the most convenient ways for individuals to donate supplies is through "Postal Collection Day" on Saturday, August 22. U.S. Postal Service letter carriers will collect school supplies left at residential mail boxes in the following counties: Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Richmond, Rowan, and Union. A list of participating zip codes can be found on the School Tools page at www.wsoctv.com/family.
Businesses and Organizations
Businesses and Organizations are needed to host school supplies collections at their workplace or designated location and then donate them to the School Tools Campaign.Contact Sarah Porter with Classroom Central for more information, 704-377-1740, ext. 14 or sarah@classroomcentral.org.
WSOC-TV Family Focus Partners and Special Collections/"Media Days"
WSOC-TV Channel 9's Family Focus Partners provide major financial support to help promote the School Tools Campaign. This year's Family Focus partners are Food Lion and Honda Dealers of the Carolinas. These companies also have School Tools collection barrels located in their stores or lobby areas where customers can donate school supplies throughout the month of August.
WSOC-TV will be broadcasting live on these dates at the locations listed below.Customers are encouraged to come out and donate supplies. Please visit the School Tools page at www.wsoctv.com/family for event details.
- August 5th from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. at Food Lion, 7400 Candlewyck Lane
- August 19 from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Collection Day at WSOC-TV, 1901 N. Tryon Street. Donors can drop off supplies at WSOC-TV, enjoy refreshments and meet WSOC-TV personalities.
Most Needed Supplies include:
Folders, pencils, glue sticks, pens, ruled paper, colored pencils, markers, crayons, highlighters, and erasers
Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help sort and organize the supplies. Those interested in volunteering should contact Sarah Porter with Classroom Central, 704-377-1740, ext. 14.
Distribution of School Supplies
The supplies are distributed at the schools to students in need after the school year begins. Parents should speak to the child’s teacher or guidance counselor, or call the School Tools Information Line at 1-800-842-7268.
Sponsors and Logistical Support
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