The Atascadero Police Foundation is thrilled to share that our 2nd Annual Back-to-School Supply Drive is officially in the books!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of this community, we’ve now supported over 200 low-income families in Atascadero across the first two years of this program. That’s 200 families who got to start the school year with the tools, confidence, and support they deserve, and it wouldn’t be possible without all of you.
A Special Thank You to Our Partners
The 2026 drive looked a little different, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the community members who made it happen:
- Atascadero Unified School District — With the Atascadero Police Department parking lot under construction this year, AUSD stepped up to host our Fill-a-Bag distribution on site at the middle school. This partnership meant we didn’t miss a beat, and it made the event even more accessible for local families. Thank you for opening your doors to us!
- Hops Bounce House — Thank you for your generous donation and for helping make this year’s event even more fun for the kids who came through. Your support means the world to us and to the families we serve.
Thank You to Our Donation Drop-Off Sites
We’re so grateful to the local businesses who hosted donation bins and made it easy for our community to give back:
- Walgreens
- Dollar Tree
- Staples (a brand-new donor site this year!)
To Our Donors and Volunteers
To everyone who donated supplies, dropped off bags, sponsored the event, and volunteered your time on distribution day, thank you. This drive runs entirely on community spirit, and every notebook, backpack, and box of pencils makes a real difference for a student in our own neighborhood.
Here’s to continuing this tradition and growing our impact even further next year. Together, we’re making sure every AUSD student starts the school year feeling prepared and confident.
