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 120 schools across 14 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.

*STUFF THE BUS and related logos are trademarks owned by and the exclusive property of Communities In Schools of San Antonio. Please contact us for permission before using any of these trademarks.

Questions? Contact Jessica Hannah, Director of Donor Relations, at give@cissa.org 

Stuff The Bus Progress

$54,175.97

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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

See What Your Donations Can Provide Our Students:

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Save The Date!

Stuff The Bus Day! 

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. Click here to view participating stores.

Donate at the H-E-B Cash Register or via your Curbside Order

Monday, July 21, 2025 through Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at ANY H-E-B store.

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2025 Public Events

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Check out these events/specials hosted by Stuff The Bus Partners!

The CE Group/Pearl Back Drive: Wed. July 16 from 4-8 p.m. at The Pearl

Drop off new backpacks to help stuff a real school bus for students! This collection event will take place during the Children's Night Market so you also have an opportunity to support young entreprenuers!

 

San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Mixer: Thurs., July 31 from 4-6 p.m. at Sunset Brews

Join us for a special evening of networking at Sunset Brews for great drinks, great company, and most importantly — a great cause. Admission: Instead of purchasing a ticket, we ask that you bring new, approved backpacks and/or school supplies or give a donation at the door. Register here: 7/31 SAHCC Stuff the Bus Mixer in Partnership with Communities in Schools

 

The Brunch Spot: Now through July 30

Bring a school supply item and receive a free house coffee, soda or tea! Additionally, if you purchase the Dine & Donate plate, 20% of the proceeds will benefit CIS-SA!

 

HOTWORX- Boerne: Now through July 30

Members who bring a bag of supplies will be entered into a prize raffle. New members who sign up during the drive and donate a bag of supplies will receive a special enrollment offer.

 

Honey Mercantile: July 21-August 2

Honey Mercantile will gladly donate a portion of sales to CIS-SA for Stuff the Bus!

 

Maui Maui Kids Play Island, LLC: Now through July 30

Receive a 20% discount on admission with any donation.

 

Training with Karla: Saturday, July 26 from 8 - 9 a.m.

For this month’s boot camp, participants are invited to bring school supply donations. Everyone who attends the workout will automatically receive a raffle ticket, but if bring school supplies to donate, you'll get an extra raffle ticket. Let's sweat for a cause and give back together! Location: 5622 Callaghan Rd. Register to attend for $20 here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/TUBACEZGYUBVJ

 

Alamo Chapter of Payroll Profiessionals:  Thursday, July 24 6- 8 p.m.

The Alamo Chapter of Payroll Professionals has reserved time for a happy hour at McIntyre's North Star on Thursday 7/24 from 6-8pm. We will be collecting donations from chapter members and anyone who would like to drop in, say hello, and donate school supplies. 

 

Raising Canes Proceeds Event: Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Mention the fundraiser at the Restaurant or apply code RCFUND96 to online or app orders at checkout and Cane’s will donate 15% of Net Sales to Stuff The Bus!

Recent Activity

Thanks To Our Stuff The Bus Supporters

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  • ZARCAR BUCKNER 4 hours ago $100.00
  • Sam Gordon 4 hours ago $100.00
  • Dorrell Henderson 4 hours ago $50.00
  • Sergio Aguirre 5 hours ago $26.25
  • H-E-B Last month $25,000.00
  • Whataburger Last month $3,000.00
  • Anonymous 2 weeks ago $1,911.00
  • Lundy & Franke Last month $1,575.00
  • SPD Construction - Build Them Up Foundation 5 weeks ago $1,500.00

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 Appreciatiorecognizing 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 120 schools in San Antonio and surrounding areas (elementary-high school) across 14 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.