Each year, The Paula Compton School Supply Drive brings hope and help to students at Lincoln Elementary school by providing essential school supplies to children in need. Named in honor of Paula Compton’s generous spirit and heart for education, this drive continues her legacy by ensuring every student has the tools they need to succeed. Many families in our community are struggling to make ends meet, and school supplies are often out of reach. As the Body of Christ, we have the opportunity to come alongside them—meeting practical needs and showing God’s love in action. “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
How You Can Help Our School Supply Drive
You can be a part of this life-changing effort in one (or more) of the following ways:
Donate Supplies
Drop off new, unused school supplies at Casa de Amor, 819 S. MacDonald, Mesa, AZ 85210 from June 23 – July 18. List of supplies below.
Items Needed
- colored pencils
- washable markers
- scissors
- #2 pencils
- dry-erase markers
- crayons
- 3-prong folders
- erasers
- wide-ruled notebook
- paper & spiral notebooks
- binders (1, 2, 3 & 4 inch)
- sanitizer
- disinfectant wipes
- kleenex
- shampoo
- deodorant
- hand
- rulers
- highlighters
- glue sticks
Give Financially
Let us do the shopping for you! Every dollar goes directly toward purchasing supplies for students. Cash donations are also needed to allow us to purchase these items in bulk. $45 will cover the cost of these items per child. Give online or send in a donation notating “Back-to-School” in the memo.
Volunteer
Help us sort, pack and distribute supplies. Whether you’re available for an hour or a day, your time makes a difference. For more information, please contact Ana Sanchez at Analanderos31@gmail.com or call (480)464-2877.
The Paula Compton school supply drive allows us to show God’s love to our neighborhood school. Your donations make it possible to do the school supply drive. Together, we are showing God’s love, breaking the vicious cycle of poverty and extending hope to a future generation.
Resources to Share
School Supply Drive Flyer
Download to print or share digitally with your church or community!
Paula Compton School Drive Flyer 2025
School Supply Drive PowerPoint
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