United Way of Bemidji Area and Paul Bunyan Broadcasting are hosting Stuff A Bus, a K-12 school supply drive to benefit children attending Bemidji and Blackduck Area Schools. Donating is one way you can help our local students and their families and empower them to be successful in school.
New school supply donations accepted now through Tuesday, August 18.
How to Donate:
Drop off new school supplies at these locations:
• Lueken's Village Foods North & South
• Paul Bunyan Broadcasting
• TruStar Federal Credit Union
• Four Pines Bookstore
• Tourist Information Center, Visit Bemidji
Commonly needed items include backpacks, notebooks, pencil boxes, pencils, pens, markers, crayons, colored pencils, and hygiene items. Supplies will be distributed through Bemidji and Blackduck Area Schools during the week of back-to-school orientation.
Shop from our online wish lists and have supplies mailed directly
Families in need can register by calling Community Resource Connections at 218-333-0880. Registration deadline is Monday, August 17th, 2026.
Stuff A Bus gives special thanks to Bemidji School District, Lueken's Village Foods, TruStar Federal Credit Union, Four Pines Bookstore, Visit Bemidji, Bernick's, and the City of Bemidji. Your generous donations will help local students start the school year with the confidence and supplies they need to succeed!
