With back-to-school season approaching, Stuff the Bus helps turn a backpack full of school supplies into a brighter future. That’s why Areas Temps is proud to team up with Shoes and Clothes for Kids (SC4K) for their annual Stuff the Bus campaign. This year, we’re collecting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) supplies to support students across our community, ensuring they’re equipped to take on the school year with confidence.
Stuff the Bus is more than a school supply drive—it’s an investment in our children’s futures. Organized by SC4K, this annual campaign helps ensure that students throughout Northeast Ohio start the school year with the tools they need to succeed. With a special emphasis on STEM, the 2025 campaign aims to provide students with the resources to explore new ideas, build critical thinking skills, and prepare for tomorrow’s careers. This year’s Stuff the Bus event will take place on Friday, July 25, with opportunities to donate and volunteer throughout the day.
At Area Temps, giving back to the community is at the heart of what we do—and that includes investing in the next generation of talent. In the coming weeks, we’ll be collecting donations at all five of our offices and volunteering at the Stuff the Bus event on July 25. It’s one meaningful way we’re helping students succeed today and shaping the workforce of tomorrow.
How You Can Help
There are several ways you can join us in supporting SC4K’s Stuff the Bus campaign:
1. Donate Supplies
Not sure what to bring? We’ve compiled a list of recommended STEM supplies you can drop off at your nearest Area Temps location:
- Rubber bands
- Magna-tiles
- Playdoh
- Card stock paper
- Pipe cleaners
- Protractors
- Rulers
- Compasses
- Magnets
- Batteries
- Duct tape
- Marbles
- Test tubes
- Ziploc sandwich bags
- Goggles
- Aprons
- Wooden pattern blocks
- Tangram sets
2. Make a Monetary Donation
Prefer to give online? You can still make a big impact by donating directly to SC4K. Every contribution helps provide essential school supplies to the students who need them most—especially those pursuing STEM education.
3. Volunteer with Us
Join us on Friday, July 25 to help distribute supplies and support students as they prepare for the new school year. It’s an inspiring way to give back, connect with the community, and see the impact of your support firsthand.
Let’s Empower the Next Generation
Every pencil, protractor, and test tube you donate brings a student one step closer to a brighter future. Whether you contribute supplies, make an online donation, or volunteer your time, you’re providing the tools and encouragement students need to dream big. Together, let’s inspire the next generation of innovators.
This campaign is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together as a community. Let’s continue to shape a brighter, more innovative future for our students—one backpack at a time.
