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Family in need of Vacuum


A family is in need of a vacuum (item can be new or used). 

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!

National Sponsors

Ohio Sponsors

Recently Filled Needs

Tires


*Need met prior to posting*

Hygiene Items


*Need met prior to posting*

Baby Items


A grandmother has just stepped into the role of kinship caregiver for her 1-year-old granddaughter. Any support with the items below would be greatly appreciated.  
  • Crib and crib mattress
  • Crib sheets
  • Girl clothing (18–24 months)
  • Toddler feeding items (plates, cups, utensils)
  • Toddler shampoo and body wash
  • Toddler towels
Gently Used. 

Heater


Family in need of space heater. 

*Need Met prior to posting*

Laundry Help


A family needs help with getting their children's clothes washed after their washer broke. 

*Need met prior to posting*

Bus Pass for Working Student


A FHS senior needs a bus pass to get to their new job, but needs help with obtaining a monthly RTA bus pass ($60) - if you would like to help this student get to work, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Bus Pass".
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Thank You!

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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