Crayons to Classrooms is proud to announce a $25,000 contribution from Honda to support the Reduce and Reuse for Education program. This initiative keeps usable materials out of landfills by repurposing them for local classrooms—helping teachers and students access essential supplies while promoting sustainability across the Greater Dayton community.
Thanks to the support of The Dayton Foundation, Kettering Family Philanthropies, AES Ohio Foundation, and CareSource, Crayons to Classrooms is rolling out a new box truck to pick up bulk donations and deliver supplies directly to schools—expanding our reach to more teachers and students.
Crayons to Classrooms and WHIO Channel 7’s Circle of Kindness Supply Drive brought in over $25,000 in donations, giving local teachers and students the essential supplies they need to succeed.
Crayons to Classrooms expanded its First-Year Teacher Program this summer, welcoming Cedarville University graduates alongside Wright State University alumni for two days of shopping that provided over $106,000 in free classroom supplies.
After 17 years of leadership, Steve Rubenstein reflects on his journey as the founding executive director of Crayons to Classrooms. In this heartfelt farewell speech, he thanks those who shaped the mission—and shares why “the juice was worth the squeeze.”
For almost two decades, Steve has poured his heart into building an organization that stands behind teachers and uplifts students. His steady leadership and unwavering commitment to the mission have helped create a strong foundation—one that will continue to serve the community well into the future.
This past summer I volunteered to work a day at Crayons to Classrooms and helped make multiple packs of items for teachers! We got to socialize, collaborate, and talk as volunteers. Then, because I volunteered my time, I got a free shopping trip. When I went for my shopping trip, I got amazing, quality items for my students and classroom! I can’t wait to volunteer again and know that I get to help in making and then receiving.
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