Kids Helping Kids
Tools for School is a remarkable teen-led initiative that aims to empower students in need by equipping them with the essential tools required for their educational success.
Our dedicated team of passionate teenagers collaborates throughout the year, striving to make a significant impact in the lives of those we serve.
The challenges faced by these families with school-age children are unimaginable. The average school supply spending per household, per year, is $661, thereby forcing lower income families to choose between paying rent for a month or buying school supplies for the year.
By joining forces with Tools for School, we can create a brighter future for these students, empowering them with the resources they need to excel in their education.
Our Mission
At Tools for School, our mission is to equip underprivileged students with essential educational tools. Our process starts with a dedicated Teen Board, who raise funds via donations, sponsorships, and events throughout the year. We partner with a wholesale company to maximize the value of each dollar raised, allowing us to order backpacks and a plethora of vital school supplies. Every August, we host a backpack-packing event, culminating in the distribution of these resources to students in the South Jersey and Philadelphia area. Each backpack is not just supplies—it's a symbol of hope, support, and the belief in quality education for all.
Who We Help
Jewish Family & Children's Service
Boys and Girls Clubs of Atlantic City and Camden
Acenda
Cherry Hill Food Pantry
Philadelphia police
Borough of Lindenwold
Big Picture Learning
Nemours Pediatrics at Jefferson University Hospital
Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton
Police Athletic League Philadelphia, PA
Lindenwold Elementary
Spring garden School
Camden school district
