CIS-SA Stuff The Bus School Supply Drive

The Communities In Schools of San Antonio annual Stuff The Bus School Supply Drive provides free school supplies to thousands of underserved students and families throughout the school year. We’re excited to launch 2025 Stuff The Bus School Supply Drive, kicking off 40 years of surrounding students with a community of support. Join us in collecting school supplies for students across San Antonio and surrounding areas.

Back-to-school expenses can be difficult for many families as some students are unable to get all the supplies they need on their required school supply list. We invite your organization or company to get involved to ensure EVERY student has the tools they need to start the year off right! We have three convenient ways to get involved. See more information below to join us in supporting students within our community!

About Communities In Schools of San Antonio (CIS-SA)

Working directly in over 140 schools across 12 school districts in 5 counties, CIS-SA builds relationships that empower students to stay in school and succeed in life.  Our school-based staff partner with teachers to identify challenges students face in class or at home and coordinate with community partners to bring outside resources inside schools. From immediate needs like food or clothing to more complex ones like counseling or emotional support, we do whatever it takes to help students succeed.

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Stuff The Bus Progress

$37,748.72

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$530,000.00

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Three Ways to Support Stuff The Bus

You may participate in one or more ways!

1. Collect School Supplies In Person

Invite your network to donate supplies by placing a collection bin in your office! A backpack, notepad, or package of markers goes a long way for our kids. We'll provide you with a list of most requested school supply items. Collection drives may begin in June and must conclude by Wednesday, July 30. All collected supplies will need to be dropped off to a designated location on Thursday, July 31.

Note: This is for organized corporate/civic drives. We only accept donations from individual community members on Saturday, August 2 at participating H-E-B locations.

2. Raise Funds Online

Want to get your company or organization involved? Register and receive a unique fundraising page link to share with your colleagues, customers, or others in your network. Funds collected will be used to purchase necessary supplies for each campus. As a Team Captain or Team Member, you will engage & inspire others to give. We have pre-set templates you can use for emails and social media which can be found on the Fundraising Toolkit page We make it easy for our team captains! Last day to raise funds: Friday, August 15 at 11:59 p.m.

Looking for a team page? Click here.

3. Volunteer on Stuff The Bus Day (Saturday, August 2nd @ H-E-B)

On Saturday, August 2, 2025, CIS-SA staff and volunteers will invite H-E-B customers to join the cause and donate supplies as part of their shopping experience. Volunteers will serve at 1 of 38 participating H-E-B locations to cover a 9:00- 5:00 p.m. shift. Click here to sign up your group to volunteer Questions about this group volunteer opportunity? Contact Ilsa Garcia, Community Engagement Coordinator, at cis.volunteer@cissa.org

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See What Your Donations Can Provide Our Students:

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Save The Date! Stuff The Bus Day at H-E-B

Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at your local H-E-B store. Purchase school supplies at your local H-E-B store and drop them off at the collection bin with our CIS-SA staff and volunteers.

Recent Activity

Thanks To Our Stuff The Bus Supporters

  • Mikeya Vance Every child deserves a chance to dream big. I would to provide hope, unity and opportunity 10 hours ago
  • Carolyn Brown-Simpson 19 hours ago $50.00
  • Shameka Roberts 23 hours ago $20.00
  • Shannon Colton A day ago $52.50
  • Michele Autenrieth Brown A day ago $26.25
  • H-E-B 3 weeks ago $25,000.00
  • Whataburger 3 weeks ago $3,000.00
  • Lundy & Franke Last month $1,575.00
  • SPD Construction - Build Them Up Foundation 5 days ago $1,500.00
  • Barbara C Kyse 2 weeks ago $525.00

Check Out Our 2024 Impact!

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Stuff The Bus Partner Recognition

We appreciate all Stuff The Bus partners, regardless of the amount raised! Everyone will receive a Certificate of Appreciation recognizing your efforts.​

Top Partner Recognition​

  • If you are considered one of the top 3 fundraisers based on your organization size, you will receive the following appreciation perks:

    • An invitation to a campus visit in the Fall (limited number of participants based on campus capacity). ​This is a great opportunity to enjoy light refreshments, hear about the impact of your efforts, learn more about CIS-SA programming, and take a photo​.

    • We will place a branded sign with your company name/logo in our CIS-SA campus office to recognize your support year-round.

Need Help or Have Questions?

Please email Jessica Hannah, Director of Donor Relations, at give@cissa.org or at 210-520-8440 ext. 230.

For nearly 30 years, the Communities In Schools of San Antonio Stuff The Bus (STB) School Supply Drive has helped thousands of students and families in need.  During the 2025 - 2026 school year, the STB supplies will be distributed to over 140 schools in San Antonio and surrounding areas (elementary-high school) across 12 school districts in 5 counties.  This allows all students at each campus to have access to free school supplies throughout the school year. Each time you participate in the Stuff The Bus School Supply Drive, you entrust Communities In Schools of San Antonio to direct your gifts to where they are needed most. This includes, but is not limited to, the purchase of school supplies, technology and uniforms needed by our students.