Donations of Supplies

o The donation is being made to the school, not the PTA. Donation receipts can be processed through the district office, but make sure of the procedures before accepting processing the donation.

o Supply donations or discounts can be solicited from any vendor. Most have a policy and set amount or percentage discount that they will donate.

o Gift Registry: Register your PTA at local hardware and retail stores, listing emergency preparedness needs, then ask parents to shop in store or online for these items.

o Wish lists published in the PTA newsletter can be moderately effective.

o Garage sales often have tarps, tents, warm clothing, blankets, coats, gloves, games, and camping gear. Often people will give them to you on the spot if you explain their proposed use or they will bring these items to your school after the sale as donations.

o Lost and Found at your school or church can bring in coats, jackets, gloves, and hats. These should be cleaned and sealed airtight prior to storage.

o Your school library has books and magazines that are discontinued and can be used as a comfort item.