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Albany, Oregon

The Need in Albany

For many families in Albany, the cost of school supplies quickly adds up alongside everyday expenses. Fill the Canoe helps bridge that gap by providing students with the tools they need for the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

8,490

Enrolled Students

41.8%

Students From

Low-Income Households

21 

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and the Greater Albany Public School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Castle Rock, Washington 

The Need in Castle Rock

For many families in Castle Rock, back-to-school costs can put added pressure on already tight budgets. Fill the Canoe helps lighten that load by providing students with the supplies they need to succeed in the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

1,427

Enrolled Students

48%

Students From

Low-Income Households

3

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) for the 2025-2026 school year.

Covington, Washington

The Need in Covington

In Covington, back-to-school season can bring added financial pressure for many families, especially in a district where a large percentage of students are considered low income. Fill the Canoe helps provide support by ensuring students have the supplies they need for the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

25,377

Enrolled Students

44.9%

Students Identified as Economically Disadvantaged

40

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Kent School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Federal Way, Washington

The Need in Federal Way

In Federal Way, the cost of school supplies can feel out of reach for many families, with more than 70% of students in the district considered low income. Fill the Canoe helps meet that need by providing students with essential supplies for the classroom.

22,264

Enrolled Students

72.6%

Students From

Low-Income Households

30

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Federal Way School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

Lake Tapps, Washington

The Need in Lake Tapps

For families in Sumner Bonney Lake, back-to-school season can bring added financial pressure, especially when it comes to school supplies. Fill the Canoe helps support those in need by providing students with the tools they need for the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

11,033

Enrolled Students

32.9 %

Students From

Low-Income Households

14

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Longview/Kelso, Washington

The Need in Longiew/Kelso

In Longview and Kelso, more than half of students come from economically disadvantaged households, making the cost of school supplies a real challenge for many families. Fill the Canoe helps bridge that gap by providing students with the tools they need for the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

11,592

Enrolled Students

61.2%

Students From

Low-Income Households

24

Schools Across Two Districts

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Kelso and Longview School District websites for the 2025-2026 school year.

Puyallup, Washington

The Need in Puyallup School District

In Puyallup, nearly half of students are considered economically disadvantaged, which can make back-to-school costs difficult for many families. Fill the Canoe helps provide support by equipping students with the supplies they need for the classroom. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

23,240

Enrolled Students

45.8%

Students From

Low-Income Households

32

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Puyallup School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Bethel School District, Washington

The Need in Bethel School District

For families in Bethel, preparing for a new school year can come with added financial strain. With nearly half of students considered economically disadvantaged, access to basic school supplies isn’t always guaranteed. Fill the Canoe helps meet that need so students can start the year ready to learn and succeed.

23,240

Enrolled Students

45.8%

Students From

Low-Income Households

33

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Bethel School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

Woodland, Washington

The Need in Woodland

In Woodland, preparing for the school year can bring added pressure as families plan for everything students need to succeed. Fill the Canoe helps ease that burden by providing essential classroom supplies. Together, we’re helping students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

2,402

Enrolled Students

44.1%

Students From

Low-Income Households

5

Schools in District

Data sourced from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Woodland School District website for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Fill the Canoe Back to School Drive is supported by the

Red Canoe Foundation

¹Monetary donations made to Fill the Canoe will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Red Canoe Foundation, minus the processing fee, up to $5,000. Supply donations will be matched, pound-for-pound, up to 5,000 pounds.

Online monetary donations to Fill the Canoe are tax deductible. (EIN 88-1987970)

©2026 Red Canoe Foundation

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