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Costume Donations Needed for Elementary Students in Need

Halloween is an exciting tradition for many of our students, but not every family can afford the extra expense of a costume. We are hoping to make sure all of our elementary students, grades K-5 (ages 5-11), can take part in the fun at school this year.

We are requesting new or gently used costumes for boys and girls, sizes child small through child large. Please note: no face paint, masks, or toy weapons can be accepted.

Our schools do keep a small supply of extra costumes on hand, but they often run out quickly. Your donation will help bring joy and inclusion to a child who might otherwise miss out on this special day!

Thank you for helping our students feel included and excited to celebrate!

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Help Us Reward Perfect Attendance With Snacks

Our Middle School counselors are in need of snacks to use as prizes for random drawings recognizing students with perfect attendance. We're looking for individual, non-perishable snack items, such as:

Single-serving bags of chips, Cheez-Its, Goldfish
Candy (including Halloween candy)
Cookies or muffins
Granola bars
Fruit snacks
Or any other fun, kid-friendly snacks!

📍 Drop-off Locations:

Kettering Fire Station Headquarters (4745 Hempstead Station Drive Kettering Ohio 45429)
Kettering City Schools Board Office (500 Lincoln Park Blvd Floor 3 Kettering Ohio 45429)

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Thank you for helping us celebrate and encourage student success!

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School Supplies

As the school year continues, many Kettering students still need essential supplies to stay focused and successful in the classroom. Kettering Neighborhood Bridges is collecting school supplies to support them all year long. If you have extra items or spot great sales or clearance items while shopping, please consider donating. All supplies go directly to Kettering students in need.

Drop-Off Locations

Kettering Fire Station Headquarters 4745 Hempstead Station Dr. (Monday to Friday, 8AM-5PM)
Kettering Central Enrollment Office 580 Lincoln Park Blvd. (Monday to Friday, 8AM-4PM)

Supplies Neededf
Folders (with prongs, all colors)
1 inch binders
Thin Black Expo Markers
Highlighters
Pencils
Pens (Black, Blue, Red)
Pencil Bags & Boxes
Large Glue Sticks
Scissors
Large Pink Erasers
Crayons
Markers
Colored Pencils
Crayola 8 count Watercolor Set

Thank you for helping Kettering students succeed!

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Recently Filled Needs

Full and Twin Size Bedding

A family is in need of new or gently used bedding for 2 full beds and 3 twin beds.

Baby Items for a New Mom

A new mom could use a little extra support as she welcomes her newborn. We’re collecting the following items:

Baby boy clothing (gently used or new) – Sizes 0–3 months and 3–6 months
Diapers – Size 1 (new packages or open boxes welcome)
Baby essentials (gently used or new)– Blankets, towels, swaddle blankets, and zip-up sleepers

Any donation will make a meaningful difference for this young family, thank you!

Single Mom needs help with a move!

Looking for volunteers to help a mom move units in her apartment complex.
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Need for Children's Clothing for School Nurse Supply

Our school nurse at one of our elementary schools is in need of extra clothing items to support students who may have accidents or get their clothes soiled during the school day. These clean changes of clothes help students feel comfortable and able to return to class with confidence.

We are specifically requesting:

Pants (leggings or soft/stretchy type): Sizes 2–12, for both boys and girls
Underwear:
- Boys: Sizes 3, 4, 5
- Girls: Sizes 10, 12, 14

Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/9issxYa
Any donations of new items in these sizes would be greatly appreciated and put to immediate use. Thank you for supporting our students in such a meaningful way!

Mattress Protectors Needed for Single Mom Potty Training Two Young Children

A single mother is in need of two queen-sized mattress protectors as she works on potty training her two young children. The family is facing financial hardship, and the mother is currently not working or receiving any income. These mattress protectors will help preserve their sleeping space and provide peace of mind during this important stage for the children. Any help in meeting this need would be greatly appreciated!

Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/9issxYa

Alarm Clock

A family is in need of an alarm clock to help ensure their child wakes up on time for school each day. (Pending)

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About Kettering

Our Steering Committee

Mindy McCarty-Stewart, Kettering City Schools, Superintendent

Dan Von Handorf, Kettering City Schools, Assistant Superintendent

Carrie Hennessy, Kettering City Schools, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Leader

Rick Earley, Kettering City Schools, Student Services Supervisor

Kari Basson, Kettering City Schools, Community Relations Coordinator

Justin Blevins, Kettering City Schools, Treasurer/CFO

Laurie Koncan, Kettering City Schools, District ESOL Coordinator

Victor Colon, Kettering City Schools, Fairmont Counselor/Counseling Department Chair

Laura Tran, City of Kettering and Kettering City Schools, Youth & Family Resource Coordinator

Jacque Fisher, City of Kettering, Vice Mayor

Chip Protsman, City of Kettering, Chief of Police

Mitch Robbins, City of Kettering, Fire Chief

Michael Miller, City of Kettering, Assistant Fire Chief

Angela Rahman, City of Kettering, Community Development Manager

Dawn Kirchner, City of Kettering, Sustainability Manager

Lindsey Curry, City of Kettering, Volunteer Administrator

Todd Baker, Miami Valley Leadership Foundation, Finance & Administration Director

Tyler Trent, Hope 4 Kettering, Executive Director

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kettering@neighborhoodbridges.org

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Opportunities for Kindness

Costume Donations Needed for Elementary Students in Need

Help Us Reward Perfect Attendance With Snacks

School Supplies

National Sponsors

Ohio Sponsors

Recently Filled Needs

Full and Twin Size Bedding

Baby Items for a New Mom

Single Mom needs help with a move!

Need for Children's Clothing for School Nurse Supply

Mattress Protectors Needed for Single Mom Potty Training Two Young Children

Alarm Clock

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