Southcentral Kentucky
Stuff the Bus
Foundation
Since 2005 our mission has been to make sure that every child walks in on the first day of school on an equal playing field. With the essential supplies needed to be able to connect with the teacher and classmates. Every single item we collect stays local with children, teachers, and classrooms in Southern Kentucky. Kids from Kindergarten thru High School benefit from the supplies of Stuff the Bus! The best part…when YOU make a donation you know that is is literally going to help the kids that your kids go to school with.
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Since 2005, the Stuff the Bus promotion has altered the lives of children and families throughout Warren County and South Central Kentucky. Stuff the Bus is a community event that focuses on meeting the school supply needs of school-age children to ensure that every child starts the school year the same way. The goal is to give every child the same first day of school experience, regardless of background, home life, or economic status.
Each year community members come together to provide everything from basic school supplies to sports equipment and clothing to tremendous monetary donations, all used to help area children and the schools they attend. and the amazing staff of the event to champion this worthwhile cause.
Each year volunteers raise major awareness for Stuff the Bus and are now inseparably tied to the heartwarming event. Stuff the Bus has become a community staple to symbolize the start of the back to school season for families, teachers, and schools. Stuff the Bus also brings the surrounding areas of Southern Kentucky on board to help over 10 counties and 20 after school programs prepare in their own unique ways with events in each community. Since 2005 the growth of the event can be directly tied to the community we serve. Now with the addition of our WKU Stuff the Bus Scholarship Fund we continue to provide a path for children to succeed from kindergarten thru higher education.
Generating New Ideas. Solving Big Problems
Every Year children in our community start the school year without the supplies they need for school. To compensate many teachers pay out of their own pocket to try to provide for the children in their school where families can not. Here at Stuff the Bus we want to give all children the advantage of a good start.
2018 Stuff the Bus
Here are some fun pictures from last years Stuff the Bus.
Our Annual Programs
Stuff the Bus has events all year to help fund the Stuff the Bus. Find one you like and help volunteer!
Each June we have our official kickoff event. The Stuff the Bus Family Fun Run presented by Bowling Green Athletic Club at Chaney’s Dairy Barn. This event brings together not only competitive runners but also families of all ages to take part in this fun morning to help raise funds for the upcoming Stuff the Bus Event.
In the weeks leading up to Stuff the Bus numerous Paint N’ Sip events are held at local restaurants. These provide a unique experience while connecting with new volunteers and sponsors.
Since 2015 Stuff the Bus has teamed up with the Bowling Green Hot Rods for Stuff the Bus night at the ballpark. The Hot Rods wear themed jerseys with the auctioned proceeds going to Stuff the Bus. Thru the generous efforts of the Hot Rods we have raised over $3500.00 since 2015.
During the Month of July Stuff the Bus teams with Dunlap RV Center of Bowling Green and Bluegrass Cellular to hit the road and visit with all the counties that are hosting Stuff the Bus Kickoff Events. We visit each county and help them with their individual events and raise awareness about needs in each specific region that we serve.
Since 2005 Stuff the bus has been a July tradition. Taking place at Bluegrass Cellular on Campbell Lane in Bowling Green. Tony Rose and the amazing Stuff the Bus staff build a bus “city” where all the hard work of the community and Southern Kentucky region are paid off.
The bus city is staffed 24-7 for nearly 100 total hours where tons of school supplies and donations are collected for the children, teachers, and families in need for the first day of school. Since 2005 HUNDREDS of TONS of supplies have been collected at this event.
Stuff the Bus College Scholarships
Thanks to the visionary leadership and massive community support the event has received, we have created the Stuff the Bus Scholarship Fund to enable the same kids they helped through K-12 attain their dreams of post-secondary education. This scholarship fund is designed to offer assistance to complete the entire education cycle. Through this new fund, Stuff the Bus will continue to help deserving students and impact lives in an even greater capacity than ever before. Time will tell the future of the Stuff the Bus annual promotional event, but we are excited that this Stuff the Bus Scholarship Fund will exist in perpetuity and provide encouragement and assistance to a countless number of students for generations to come.
Stuff the Bus is always accepting donations. We work closely with the College Heights Foundation with our Stuff the Bus Scholarship. Each year we award two incoming college freshmen $1000.00 tuition scholarships. Our goal is to be award to award multiple larger scholarships as the event grows over the years. We need your help to make this happen. Your 100% tax free donation is greatly appreciated.
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DONATE TO THE STUFF THE BUS SCHOLARSHIP
Thanks to the visionary leadership and massive community support the event has received, we have created the Stuff the Bus Scholarship Fund to enable the same kids they helped through K-12 attain their dreams of post-secondary education. This scholarship fund is designed to offer assistance to complete the entire education cycle. Through this new fund, Stuff the Bus will continue to help deserving students and impact lives in an even greater capacity than ever before. Time will tell the future of the Stuff the Bus annual promotional event, but we are excited that this Stuff the Bus Scholarship Fund will exist in perpetuity and provide encouragement and assistance to a countless number of students for generations to come.
Stuff the Bus is always accepting donations. We work closely with the College Heights Foundation with our Stuff the Bus Scholarship. Each year we award two incoming college freshmen $1000.00 tuition scholarships. Our goal is to be award to award multiple larger scholarships as the event grows over the years. We need your help to make this happen. Your 100% tax free donation is greatly appreciated.
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VOLUNTEERING
Become a business that donates to Stuff the Bus and get the most amazing PR you can imagine! Know that your Stuff the Bus branded event will be the talk of the town and let us work for YOU. Stuff the Bus has cornerstone media partners who put community and local FIRST and you will know that your donation will stay 100% local with children in need. It’s more than a “feel good” moment and photo op..you will see and feel the amazing impact your gift to Stuff the Bus instantly has. Get in touch and find out how YOU can partner with Stuff the Bus and we can help level the playing field TOGETHER!
BUSNIESS PARTNERS
Become a business that donates to Stuff the Bus and get the most amazing PR you can imagine! Know that your Stuff the Bus branded event will be the talk of the town and let us work for YOU. Stuff the Bus has cornerstone media partners who put community and local FIRST and you will know that your donation will stay 100% local with children in need. It’s more than a “feel good” moment and photo op..you will see and feel the amazing impact your gift to Stuff the Bus instantly has. Get in touch and find out how YOU can partner with Stuff the Bus and we can help level the playing field TOGETHER!
FAMILY FIRST
Become a business that donates to Stuff the Bus and get the most amazing PR you can imagine! Know that your Stuff the Bus branded event will be the talk of the town and let us work for YOU. Stuff the Bus has cornerstone media partners who put community and local FIRST and you will know that your donation will stay 100% local with children in need. It’s more than a “feel good” moment and photo op..you will see and feel the amazing impact your gift to Stuff the Bus instantly has. Get in touch and find out how YOU can partner with Stuff the Bus and we can help level the playing field TOGETHER!
Stuff the Bus 101
Since 2005 our mission has been to make sure that every child walks in on the first day of school on an equal playing field. With the essential supplies needed to be able to connect with the teacher and classmates. Every single item we collect stays local with children, teachers, and classrooms in Southern Kentucky. Kids from Kindergarten thru High School benefit from the supplies of Stuff the Bus! The best part…when YOU make a donation you know that is is literally going to help the kids that your kids go to school with.
How Do I Help?
Reach out. Get involved on your local level. Yourself, workplace, group, church. We are always looking for unique and special individuals and groups who have a passion to make the community better and to make the lives of children the best they can possibly be. Contact us today to find out how you can help Stuff the Bus and the community.
When Does Stuff the Bus Happen?
Since 2005 Stuff the Bus happens on the third week of July at Bluegrass Cellular on Campbell Lane in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Start making your plans now to be part of this year’s event. We work year round to make sure the needs of students and teachers are met. the 2018 Stuff the Bus event will happen July 19th-23rd.
What Supplies Do You Need?
We need everything from the basic school supplies like crayons, backpacks and markers to things like copy paper, paper towels and “backpack” type food items. Not sure? Make a monetary donation that will stay 100% local and know that it will be spent to its maximum value. For a more detailed list of supplies in need click HERE.
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