School Supply Drive 2025

School Supply Drive 2025

August 15, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

School Supply Drive

United Way of Central Minnesota is collecting school supplies from now through August 15

Did you know that you have an opportunity to support over 10,000 Central Minnesota kids in need with foundational school supplies?

There is an immense need for basic educational tools like school supplies. Without the right supplies, it’s incredibly difficult for students to succeed in the classroom. We need your help.

Support local students as they return to the classroom by ensuring they have the tools for success. Donations will benefit Central Minnesota students.

Here's how you can get involved:

Collect Supplies

Consider holding a school supply drive at your office, gym or place of worship. Items may be dropped off at

United Way of Central Minnesota
921 1st Street North
St. Cloud, MN 56303
Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm

Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
2835 W. St. Germain Street
St Cloud, MN 56301 

SCHEELS (Customer Service Desk)
30 Waite Ave N STE 94,
Waite Park, MN 56301

Drop off donations until Friday, August 15. 

Most needed items are: 

  • Pencils

  • Notebooks

  • Folders

  • Pencil boxes

  • 24 count crayons

  • 12 count color pencils

  • Markers

  • Glue sticks

  • Scissors

  • Rulers

  • Pencil sharpeners

  • Dice

  • Deck of cards

  • Loose-leaf paper

  • Pink Erasers
  • Facial Tissues

Items for student hygiene kits:

  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Bodywash/Soap
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Deodorant
  • Chapstick
  • Lotion

Make a Donation

Finally, please consider making a donation. All funds buy bulk school supplies that are distributed to students in the most need. 

donate now

Or Text SCHOOL to 26989

 

 

School supplies stay in our community and are donated to Central Minnesota schools and youth programs.

Thank You to our Sponsor: Affinity Plus