From Thursday, August 14 to Saturday, August 16, we’re teaming up with Staples Owen Sound for our annual Stuff The Bus event — and we want you to be part of it.

We’re on a mission to fill an entire bus with school supplies for The Backpack Program, and every pencil, notebook, and dollar helps a student in Bruce Grey gear up for success this school year.

How You Can Help:

• Drop off school supplies at Staples during event hours
• Make a financial donation right on-site at Stuff the Bus or at the register at Staples (starting July 26th)
• Check the supply list at Staples or see below to know exactly what’s needed

Event Hours:

• Thursday, August 14: 9 am – 7 pm
• Friday, August 15: 9 am – 7 pm
• Saturday, August 16: 9 am – 5 pm

Since launching in 2005, the Backpack Program (powered by United Way Bruce Grey and this amazing community) has delivered 37,964 backpacks across Bruce and Grey Counties. In 2024 alone, we hit a new record: 2,686 backpacks. That’s a whole lot of impact — and we’re not slowing down.

When you join the Stuff The Bus event, you’re doing more than donating supplies. You’re helping kids feel confident and ready to thrive.

We appreciate every donation, big or small. Let’s make sure every student starts the school year strong.