TTCU Federal Credit Union has launched its 24th annual Project School Supplies campaign to help ease the burden of back-to-school costs, now averaging $858 per family, according to the National Retail Federation. The drive, which runs through August 29, collects new school supplies and monetary donations at all TTCU branches across northeastern and central Oklahoma.
“This is about making sure every student starts the school year with confidence,” said TTCU President and CEO Shelby Beil. “Our members and employees step up year after year to support teachers and families, and it’s a cause that’s close to our heart—we were founded by teachers, and education is in our DNA.”
Donations from the Tulsa area will benefit Restore Hope, while other community partners include the OKC Public School Foundation, Tahlequah Public Schools, Bixby Outreach Center, Owasso Community Resources, Caring Community Friends in Sapulpa, Charles Page Family Village in Sand Springs, Teacher Toolbox in Miami, and Fostering Mayes County.
Last year, thousands of school supplies were distributed to students in need—and TTCU hopes to surpass that total this year. Anyone can participate by dropping off supplies or making a donation at any TTCU location.