Annual School Supply Drive For Vancouver Students Receives $10,000 Boost From Dick Hannah Dealerships For 10th Consecutive Year (Photo) - 08/05/25

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools’ Write from the Start school supply drive is in full swing, working to ensure that every student in the district has the supplies they need to start the school year with confidence.
 

As part of a decade-long commitment, Dick Hannah Dealerships has once again stepped up in a big way—donating $10,000 in matching funds toward the drive’s fundraising goal, along with an additional $10,000 in general support. This generous contribution marks the 10th consecutive year of support from the local business, reflecting their strong dedication to the community.
 

“We are proud to celebrate ten years of partnership with the Foundation,” said Matt Berry of Dick Hannah Dealerships. “Helping students succeed in school aligns perfectly with our ‘Believe in Nice’ promise. Our commitment to this community remains strong.”
 

Each year, large white collection bins appear at businesses across the region—ready to be filled with essential supplies like notebooks, pencils, crayons, and backpacks. With more than half of VPS students living below the federal poverty line, these donations help remove a significant barrier to learning.
 

Thanks to the continued generosity of community members and partners like Dick Hannah, students across the district can start the school year with the tools they need to thrive.
 

Community members can contribute by dropping off supplies at any of the many donation sites, or by giving online. A map of drop-off locations and a list of the most-needed items can be found on the Write from the Start website. Financial gifts are especially impactful, and all donations made by August 31 will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Dick Hannah Dealerships, up to $10,000.
 

Media sponsor KOIN 6 is also helping to spread the word, airing commercials to raise awareness of the campaign throughout the region.
 

To learn more and to donate visit: https://foundationforvps.org/write-from-the-start/

 

 

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The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools is an independent, 501(c)3 educational non-profit corporation established in 1988 to support Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). Governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of business, community, and education leaders, the foundation creates opportunities to cultivate and inspire student success. As an educational non-profit entity, the foundation serves students at all 40 VPS schools and programs, providing direct aid to students facing learning barriers due to economic need, as well as financial assistance for learning enrichment and mentoring programs that cannot be funded by the school district. The Foundation for VPS is supported by donations from school employees, parents, students, community members, businesses and foundations.