Pack the Bus for Back-to-School Success!

Pack the Bus: Help Bethel Park Students Start the School Year Strong

We're kicking off the school year with a community-wide Pack the Bus fundraiser to support Bethel Park students and teachers! Join us on September 2nd at the Farmers' Market as we collect essential school supplies, clothing, toiletries, and snacks to help local classrooms thrive.

This initiative is powered by the Community Foundation of Bethel Park in partnership with the Bethel Park School District, Bethel Park Public Library, and the Bethel Park Police Department. Our goal? To fill an entire bus with donations that directly support students in need.

Where to Donate

In addition to the Farmers' Market event, donation bins will be available at locations around Bethel Park, including:

Bethel Park Community Center
Evey True Value Hardware Store
Bethel Park Public Library
(More locations coming soon)

What to Donate

Here’s the full list of requested items, straight from our local teachers:

Classroom Supplies
Notebooks
Glue sticks
Ticonderoga pencils
Crayons
Toiletries
Sanitary supplies
Small hand sanitizers
Mini deodorant
Toothpaste and toothbrushes
Baby wipes
Pull-up diapers
Combs and brushes
Clothing
Underwear (boys and girls, all sizes)
Leggings (girls, all sizes)
Clothing (especially for middle and high school students)
Socks (all sizes)
Tennis shoes
Other Supplies
Backpacks (need 5–10)
Tissues
Mini water bottles
Mini lip balm
Approved Snacks (Bethel Park Elementary)
Nonperishable food items
Pepperidge Farm Goldfish (not chocolate)
Original Rice Krispies Treats
Lays Original Potato Chips
Utz Pretzels
Annie’s Fruit Snacks
Skinny Pop
Made Good Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Oreos
Pretzels
Mints
Saltine crackers
Animal crackers
Juice boxes

Why It Matters

Every donation helps ensure that students have what they need to feel confident, cared for, and ready to learn. Whether it’s a fresh pair of socks or a box of crayons, your contribution makes a real difference.

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