Bowling Green, July 28, 2025
News Summary
The annual Stuff The Bus event in Bowling Green successfully gathered over 100,000 school supplies for local students, exceeding its goals through community participation and corporate support. The event showcased the importance of collective commitment to educational resources, ensuring that students return to school with the necessary supplies. With strong involvement from local businesses and volunteers, the initiative aims to provide essential support for students in the southern Kentucky region.
Bowling Green
The 21st annual Stuff The Bus event successfully collected over 100,000 school supplies for local students in Bowling Green, Kentucky, from July 24-27, 2025. The donations were collected at the Crossroads IGA on Scottsville Road, demonstrating the community’s commitment to supporting education.
This year’s campaign aimed to gather not only physical school supplies—such as crayons, markers, pencils, backpacks, calculators, and tech gear—but also to encourage volunteer work that totaled 100 hours. The event exceeded its goals with robust participation from the local community, including donations from businesses, residents, and individuals.
Two school buses were utilized for the collection drive, with one provided by Bowling Green Independent Schools and the other by Warren County Public Schools. By mid-morning on the opening Saturday, the buses were already filling up with supply donations, highlighting the event’s success.
Corporate support was significant, particularly from Mint Gaming Hall, which donated over $7,200 during the event. Representatives from their Franklin and Bowling Green locations were present to show their commitment to local education efforts. Community support has been emphasized as vital for both corporate sustainability and regional development.
In addition to school supplies, the foundation behind Stuff The Bus aims to provide up to $5,000 in monthly grants for local teachers to assist with classroom necessities. The organization has evolved from a single event into a comprehensive foundation continuously supporting local students. This transformation reflects a growing demand for educational resources and the need to ensure that every child has the necessary supplies on their first day of school, regardless of their background.
Board Member Savannah Denning noted the increased demand for school supplies during summer months, indicating a pressing need for community involvement in supporting students as they return to school. The foundation’s mission—to create a level playing field for all kids on the first day of school—was echoed throughout the event by volunteers and participants from diverse backgrounds.
The Stuff The Bus event has become a monumental occasion for Bowling Green, with participation from various local businesses, individual volunteers, and community members strengthening its impact. The strong community involvement showcases a collective commitment to ensuring that students in southern Kentucky have access to necessary supplies, directly benefiting their education.
Event Details
| Event | Date | Location | Items Collected | Goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Annual Stuff The Bus | July 24-27, 2025 | Crossroads IGA, Bowling Green | Over 100,000 school supplies | 100,000 items, 100 volunteer hours |
FAQs
What is Stuff The Bus?
Stuff The Bus is an annual event that collects school supplies for local students in Bowling Green, Kentucky, aimed at ensuring that all children have access to necessary educational materials on the first day of school.
How can I get involved with Stuff The Bus?
Community members can get involved by donating school supplies, volunteering their time during the event, or supporting the organization through financial contributions to help fund supplies and grants for teachers.
Where do the donations go?
All donations collected through Stuff The Bus stay within southern Kentucky and are distributed directly to local students and teachers to support their educational needs.
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