About Fill the Canoe
Since 2007, Red Canoe Credit Union has been helping local students get ready for school through our Fill the Canoe School Supply Drive. Our goal is simple: support kids in our communities by making sure they have the supplies they need.
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For every donation made, Red Canoe Credit Union matches it pound-for-pound. Thanks to the support of our members, local businesses, and community groups, we've matched over 286,971 pounds of school supplies!
Want to help?
Collect new school supplies and drop them off at any branch or donate funds online. Every contribution, big or small, helps local students succeed!
Why Donate?
A backpack full of supplies can help a student start the school year with confidence. For many families, back-to-school costs can be a challenge. Your donation helps ensure every student has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed, no matter the amount.
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When you give to Fill the Canoe, you're not just donating school supplies - you're giving hope, encouragement, and opportunity to students right here in your community. And with Red Canoe matching every donation, your impact goes twice as far.
1 in 6
Washington children live in food-insecure homes, leaving school supplies out of reach.
10,000+
Washington kids in foster care lack consistent access to school supplies.
$50M
Approximate amount Washington teachers spent out of pocket on classroom supplies in 2023.
33%
Oregon students are economically disadvantaged, based on eligibility for free or reduced-price lunch.
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Amy Davis
"We founded Fill the Canoe in 2007 to meet the needs of local school-age children in our community. It has since grown to provide school-readiness initiatives across nine communities, giving students the confidence to confidently start their school year prepared for success."