August means new notebooks, sharp pencils, and fresh starts—but for many families in our community, back-to-school shopping is a heavy financial burden.

You can help ensure every District 196 student starts day one ready to learn!

Through the District 196 Foundation, your gift puts supplies directly into the hands of the students who need them most. Because the Foundation is run by an all-volunteer board, every single dollar goes directly to removing barriers in our schools.

Here is how your gift helps:

• 🎒 $50 equips a Pre-K or Elementary student.

• 📓 $100 covers supplies for a Middle or High School student.

Beyond supplies, donor support has already helped:

• Provide over 54,000 weekend food bags to students in need since 2014.

• Repair 620 band instruments so every child gets a chance to play.

• Distribute $16,500 in direct supply aid since 2021.

Thank you for strengthening our community—one backpack, one meal, and one instrument at a time!

👉 Give today at district196foundation.org/donate