2025-26 School Supply Drive

Write from the Start

Did you know that approximately 52% of VPS families have incomes below the federal poverty guidelines, with some schools as high as 80%?

For these families, and many others, purchasing school supplies could translate into falling behind on rent or reducing an already minimal food budget.

Join us in transforming futures by donating school supplies at any of our particpating locations – or donating funds directly!

Original artwork by Chinook Elementary student, Isabella - Write from the Start logo added by us!

All financial contributions to Write from the Start will be matched by Dick Hannah Dealerships, up to $10,000! Gold stars all around!

What school supplies are needed?

Some back to school needs never change, like pencils and paper, but students and teachers have many essential needs for the classroom. Can you help by donating these items?

Where can I drop off school supplies?

No matter where you live in Vancouver, there is a friendly donation site nearby!

Please contact each location to confirm business hours.

FVPS staff Prashant pushes a cartload of donated school supplies at a past Write from the Start drive!

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS!