Empowering students to stay in school and achieve in life.
Communities In Schools of Puyallup is an affiliate in the nation’s largest and leading dropout prevention organization. Our goal is to ensure that all students in Puyallup, Washington are equipped with the resources and support they need to stay in school and succeed in life. Our organization works within the public school system, working closely with the school staff to identify student needs. By
08/04/2026
We’re inside of Pioneer Park Pavilion for Kids Day in the Park! Come say hi, grab some goodies, and check out all of the amazing booths that are set up!
Have donations for Fill the Canoe? Come drop them off with us! Well be collecting school supplies and cash donations!
08/03/2026
Two quick and easy ways to support students in Puyallup!
1) Donate online at fillthecanoe.com/donate and select "Puyallup"
2) Drop off school supplies at the Puyallup School District building at 302 Second St. SE Puyallup, WA 98372
Thanks to Red Canoe Credit Union, all donations will be matched pound for pound and dollar for dollar from now until August 14th! This means that every dollar donated means a second dollar will go to helping Puyallup students have what they need to thrive this school year!
07/31/2026
📍 Fill the Canoe Drop-Off Spotlight: Klinefelter Insurance Group! 🛶
Looking for an easy way to support local students? Drop off your school supply donations at Klinefelter Insurance and help us Fill the Canoe for kids in our community! 702 S Hill Park Dr #203, Puyallup, WA 98373
🎁 Klinefelter Insurance is sponsoring a special thank-you giveaway! Everyone who drops off a donation at their office will be entered into a drawing for a gift card to a local Puyallup restaurant.
💙 Thanks to Red Canoe Credit Union all supply donations will be matched pound for pound and all monetary donations will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling your impact!
💻 Prefer to give online? Visit fillthecanoe.com and be sure to select Puyallup from the menu when making your donation.
Together, we can make sure local students start the school year ready to learn!
07/29/2026
The Fill the Canoe Supply Drive has officially begun!
We're excited to once again partner with Red Canoe Credit Union to help local students start the school year ready to learn. Donate school supplies at any of the locations on our website: https://puyallup.ciswa.org/event/fill-the-canoe-2/
Can't make it to a drop-off location? Donate online at: 👉 https://www.fillthecanoe.com/donate
💙 Thanks to Red Canoe Credit Union, all donations are matched pound for pound and dollar for dollar, doubling your impact for local students and families!
Let's work together to and help every child start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed.
07/21/2026
Come say hi to us tomorrow at Pioneer Park!
07/17/2026
What are you reading this summer?
Share your current book (or your favorite summer read) in the comments! We'd love to hear what's on your reading list.
Need ideas? Visit our friends at the Puyallup Public Library & Pierce County Library for some amazing book recommendations for readers of all ages!
07/16/2026
📚🚣 It's Not Too Late to Get Involved! 🚣📚
We're still looking for local businesses, churches, and organizations to serve as host sites for the Fill the Canoe Back to School Drive!
This is a great opportunity to support local students and families while showing your commitment to our community. Even better, thanks to our partners at Red Canoe Credit Union, all donations will be matched pound for pound and dollar for dollar, doubling your impact!
Ready to help fill the canoe and set students up for success? ✅ Sign up here: https://wkf.ms/3PrbT2k
Have questions? Send us a message. We'd love to connect with you!
07/13/2026
🚨 Calling All Volunteers! 🚨
Looking for a meaningful way to give back before
summer ends? We have several opportunities to help
local students start the school year prepared and
confident.
Whether you can spare a couple of hours or a morning,
your time will make a real difference!
🎒 School Supply Packing
Friday, August 21
1:00–3:00 PM
Help pack school supplies for distribution at the Hope
Encounter event.
Sign up: https://wkf.ms/3UFlPqk
🚚 Loading & Unloading Supplies
Sunday, August 23
8:30–10:30 AM
Lend a hand loading and unloading school supplies
from our truck to help prepare for distribution.
Sign up: https://wkf.ms/4ohmJXB
✏️ School Supply Sorting
Saturday, September 12
⏰ 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
After our largest annual school supply drive at the
Washington State Fair, help sort and organize
donations so they can get into the hands of students
who need them most.
Sign up: https://wkf.ms/47VcpfE
💡 Every backpack packed, box moved, and supply
sorted helps a student start the school year with
confidence. Thank you for making a difference in our
community!