Walmart and The Salvation Army are joining forces to provide new school supplies to local children in need during the “Stuff the Bus” campaign event at the Walmart at 100 S. Ragus Rd. in Claypool on Saturday, Aug. 3.
As part of a nationwide effort, the “Stuff the Bus” campaign event in Claypool is one of nearly 3,000 similar events taking place at Walmart stores across the country. In-store shoppers on Aug. 3 will receive lists of supplies needed, and all they have to do to participate is purchase and drop off the requested items at The Salvation Army collection bins located at the front of each store.
“Many kids get excited about shopping for new school supplies, but not every family has the means to buy essentials,” said Lt. Colonel Kelly Pontsler, The Salvation Army Southwest Divisional Commander. “By donating school supplies for a child in need, you’re easing the burden parents experience at the start of the school year and helping set the right tone for these kids as they head back to school. It’s the boost of confidence they need to have a successful year.”
For those unable to make it to the store on Aug. 3, there is a searchable online registry with all the items needed; each item requires just one click to purchase: www.walmart.com/lists/view-events-registry-items?id=860dff26-0f00-4432-83bc-3dc25c961949.
Walmart and The Salvation Army have collaborated for more than 30 years in an effort to meet local community needs. Supporters like Walmart help The Salvation Army serve more than 23 million Americans each year through a range of social services, helping them overcome poverty and economic hardships.
All donations made at “Stuff the Bus” campaign events will remain in the local community and will help The Salvation Army provide back-to-school support to local children in need.
To learn more and find out how you can get involved with your local Salvation Army, visithttp://salar.my/StuffTheBus.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has been helping Arizonans overcome poverty, addiction and economic hardships through a range of social services for more than 125 years. By providing food for the hungry, clothing and shelter for the homeless, disaster and heat relief, senior activity and outreach, adult rehabilitation, and opportunities for underprivileged children, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at more than 50 centers of operation across the state. Approximately 82 cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army are used to support its life-transforming social services. In the first-ever listing of “America’s Favorite Charities,” by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The Salvation Army ranked as the country’s largest privately-funded, direct-service nonprofit. For more information about The Salvation Army, visit Arizona.SalvationArmy.org, and follow us on Twitter @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood.
