School Supplies Collection
Through August 23, we will be collecting school supplies to support the students at Mars Home for Youth (MHY). Each year, this school supply drive helps ensure that the youth served by MHY begin the new school year with the tools they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. See flyer here.
There are several ways to donate:
- Order from an online retailer and ship to the address below.
- Purchase from MHY’s Amazon Wish List found here.
- Bring your donation to church by August 23.
- Make a donation to MHY from their website found here.
Shipping Address: Jill Ceasar, MHY Family Service, 521 Route 228, Mars, PA 16046
Items Most Needed
- Backpacks
- Reusable Water Bottles
- Markers
- Mechanical pencils & lead
- EXPO markers & dry erase supplies
- Tissues
- Fidgets
- Pocket folders
- Manila folders
- Composition books (no metal)
- Binders (any size; 1-inch preferred)
- Surgical Masks
- Hand Sanitizer
- Boys and girls underwear, (sizes 6/7/8)
Additional Items
- Colored file folders
- Tablet paper
- Plastic sheet protectors
- Copy paper
- Colored pencils
- Paint for art class
- Scotch tape & masking tape
- Laminating sheets
- Batteries (all sizes)
- Individual bags of snacks –
- granola bars, chips, fruit
- snacks, breakfast bars
- Pop -Tarts
- Bottled Water
Every item donated, whether it is a single notebook or an entire backpack filled with supplies, will make a meaningful difference in the lives of these students.
As always, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated. No contribution is too small, and every donation helps provide students with the confidence and resources they need for a successful start to the school year. Together, we can make a positive impact and help ensure that every student has access to essential school supplies.
Thank you in advance for your kindness, generosity, and continued commitment to helping the students at Mars Home for Youth. Your support truly makes a difference!
