Stuff the Bus Returns to Wichita July 29 to Support Local Students

Jul 16, 2025

Stuff the Bus Returns to Wichita July 29 to Support Local Students

The back-to-school season brings excitement for many families, filled with new teachers, new classrooms, and a fresh start. But for others in our community, it can also bring financial strain. With basic supplies getting more expensive each year, some students begin the school year without the tools they need to succeed.

That is where our community can step in and make a difference.

On Tuesday, July 29, The Salvation Army will once again partner with Walmart at 6110 W Kellogg Dr in Wichita for our annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive. This event invites shoppers to help local students by purchasing and donating school essentials right at the store.

Why it matters

Families across Wichita continue to face rising costs in housing, food, and daily expenses. School supplies may seem small, but for many households, they are an added burden. And for students, starting the year without the basics like notebooks, pencils, or a backpack can affect confidence and learning from day one.

That is why this event is so important. Each donation helps ease that pressure and gives a student the chance to focus on what matters most: learning and growing.

How to take part

  • Date: Tuesday, July 29
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • Location: Walmart – 6110 W Kellogg Dr, Wichita, KS

When you stop by, you can pick up extra school supplies while shopping and drop them off in our collection area at the front of the store. Every item donated stays local and helps students right here in the Wichita area.

A small gift can make a big impact

Whether it is one backpack or a handful of notebooks, every donation sends a message to students that their community believes in them.

Join us on July 29 and help give Wichita students a strong start to the school year.

For more information, visit salvationarmyks.org


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