Fill the bus

The United Way of Fort Smith Area's annual Fill the Bus event is a community initiative that aims to provide essential school supplies to students in need, ensuring they have the tools necessary for a successful academic year.

Each year, generous residents and local businesses come together to donate backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and more, filling school buses with supplies that make a significant impact on students' lives. The event not only supports education but also fosters a spirit of unity and compassion within the community, highlighting the power of collective effort in making a difference.

By participating in Fill the Bus, individuals have the opportunity to contribute to a brighter future for the next generation, reinforcing the belief that every child deserves an equal chance to learn and grow.

This event takes place on the last weekend in July of each year. Hundreds of volunteers will man school buses at the Wal-Mart Super Center locations in Alma, Booneville, Greenwood, Ozark, Poteau, Van Buren, and Sallisaw. In Fort Smith, buses will be located at the Zero St., Rogers Ave., Kelly Hwy Walmart Super Centers, the Neighborhood Market on Hwy 71, and the Quarry Shopping Center on Rogers Ave.