Events In-charge: Pranjal S.

Location: Uttarakhand, India

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Education is a right, yet many students in rural communities face challenges in accessing even the most basic school supplies. With this in mind, our student-led initiative organized a donation drive to bridge these gaps and empower young learners. Simply Being is committed to fostering educational success and empowering youth to reach their potential. This school supplies drive was about more than just giving materials; it was about showing young students that someone believes in their dreams and wants to support their learning. For many, even small items like notebooks and pens can make a significant difference in their daily school life.

 

Organizing the drive required weeks of preparation, led by Pranjal S. We set up collection boxes across our school and in local community centers, encouraging donations from students, teachers, and community members. Working with local businesses, we managed to gather a variety of supplies, from backpacks to art materials, ensuring a diverse set of resources for the students in need. When it came time to distribute the supplies, a few members of our team traveled to the rural schools in Uttarakhand, India to personally deliver the donations. The smiles and excitement on the students’ faces were priceless. Teachers expressed their gratitude, noting how these supplies would not only ease the financial burden on families but also encourage students to take pride in their learning.

 

Seeing the immediate effect of our efforts was incredibly rewarding for everyone involved. The supplies shown are only a fraction of the ones we enthusiastically donated. We donated notebooks, pens, pencils, markers, crayons, colored pencils, sharpeners, erasers, glue, stationary boxes, sticky notes, and many more. Over 150 supplies were donated to 45+ students in two schools. We hope that these supplies help them with their education while also inspiring and encouraging them to continue their education. This drive was a powerful reminder of how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Inspired by the success, our initiative plans to make this an annual event, working closely with rural schools to understand their specific needs. We’re committed to empowering students in these communities to pursue their education confidently and to reach their potential.