As this school year comes to a close, West Virginia Central Federal Credit Union (WVCFCU) is gearing up to support students with everything they need to succeed for the next school year. Every year, WVCFCU holds the “Stuff the Bus” event to support local teachers and students, and we need your help to make it a resounding success.

Why Stuff the Bus Matters

Unfortunately, for many families in our community, the cost of school supplies can be a significant financial burden. Because of this, not all students have access to these essential items, which can hinder their academic progress and confidence. Our wonderful teachers in our area are often the ones to go out of their way to personally and financially support these students so every child has the necessary tools needed to learn. Through Stuff the Bus, we are able to support these teachers through a monetary donation that is used to ensure that each student, regardless of their financial situation, has an equal opportunity to grow.

With your support, we helped over 650 teachers be properly equipped for their first day of school last year. We expect the same number of teachers this year. We will provide funds to the first 500 teachers in our field of membership, which includes the following counties: Wood, Jackson, Wirt, Pleasants, Ritchie, WV, and Washington, OH.

How You Can Help

There are two primary ways you can contribute to our Stuff the Bus Fundraiser:

Donations: Individual financial contributions from our community are not only welcomed but critical to the event's success. Every dollar counts and goes straight to our community’s educators to support their students. 

Sponsorship Opportunities: If your business is looking for a way to give back to the community, consider becoming a Stuff the Bus sponsor! Sponsorships not only provide much-needed funds but also demonstrate your commitment to supporting local education. Sponsors will receive different benefits including recognition in our marketing materials.

How to Donate

Donating is easy and can be done in several ways:

Online: Navigate to our sponsorship form at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StufftheBus. From there, you will be able to choose the amount of your donation, and submit with ease. 

Mail or In-Person: Please write checks to WV Central FCU with "Stuff the Bus" in the memo and deliver to any branch, or mail checks to

WV Central FCU 

Attn: Rachel Jenks

1306 Murdoch Ave. 

Parkersburg, WV 26101

If you have questions - email rjenks@wvccu.org. Checks are due July 5, 2024.

Spread the Word

Even if you're unable to donate, you can still make a difference by spreading the word. Share our fundraiser on social media, tell your friends and family, and help us reach as many people as possible! Together, we can ensure that every student in our community has the supplies they need for a successful school year.

Thank You

We are deeply grateful for our community's support. Your generosity and commitment to helping our teachers and students year after year make our community strong. Thank you for joining us in this important effort.

For more information about the fundraiser, sponsorship opportunities, or how to get involved, please contact Kathy Dye at kdye@wvccu.org.

Let’s make this school year the best one yet for our students!