Ready, Set, Thrive School Support Drive

Join us in supporting local families and schools this summer!

A group of kids outside, goofing off and smiling at the camera

Hosted by Trident United Way PULSE and Young Leaders United donor networks

Our Ready, Set, Thrive School Support Drive is collecting essential items to help fill school supply closets with much-needed food, hygiene products and extra clothing to support families through the summer months. We’re also gathering back-to-school supplies to ensure students start the new school year confident and prepared.

Your donations make a direct, meaningful impact - helping students thrive in and out of the classroom. Together, we can help kids show up ready to learn and succeed.

The Ready, Set, Thrive School Support Drive closed on Friday, July 18.

Thank you for your generous support!

Schools supported by the School Support Drive

Chicora Elementary School
River Oaks Middle School
Cross High School
McKinney-Vento students in Berkeley County

How to donate

Donate online

Donate food products in person

Help us stock up on kid-friendly, nonperishable snacks for our Ready, Set, Thrive! School Support Drive.

We’re looking for grab-and-go, no-cook needed items like protein bars, fruit cups, Easy Mac and beef jerky. No rice, canned beans or broth this time - we need things kids can easily enjoy or make themselves. Bonus points for snacks with fruits or veggies snuck in!

Donation boxes will be available at local organizations to collect food items. Click the links below for a list for locations and business hours.

A group of 30 volunteers pose in a warehouse setting holding backpacks and school supplies

Backpack Assembly Day

We're aiming to pack 2,000 backpacks with school supplies in just four hours - and we need your help! Enjoy a fun, family-friendly day including a volunteer cookout hosted by the amazing team at Southeastern Freight. Bring your family and friends and help local students start the school year strong

Saturday, August 9, 2025

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Southeastern Freight, 1140 Business Park Rd, Summerville

Volunteer Sign Ups