(Posted 2025 September)
Thanks to the generosity and compassion of our dedicated donors, 783 Fairfax County children entered the school year ready to face the challenges ahead. The Department of Family Services’ Volunteer and Partner Services program collected the donations through its annual school supply drive to benefit children involved with DFS Children, Youth, and Families programs. What an amazing opportunity to support families by making a profound investment in a child’s educational journey!
Some donation items included:
- 783 backpacks stuffed with grade-appropriate supplies.
- Thousands of notebooks, pencils, pens, and markers.
- Dozens of calculators and digital tools.
- Extracurricular items such as sketch pads and art supplies.
- Lunchboxes and water bottles.
- Handwritten notes of encouragement.
We would like to thank every individual donor, organization, and group who displayed such a phenomenal spirit of community giving. Read on as we spotlight a few notable contributions:
| Organizations | Individuals | |
|---|---|---|
| Amyx A Tetra Tech Company Brillient Corporation Capital One Fairfax County Democratic Committee Freedom Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution His Church International Christian Church Ellen Lowe & the Tyson’s Corner Macy’s Team Stephanie Manley & New Union Baptist Church American Turkish Friendship Association Paragon Law Firm, PLLC |
Maria Bethard Clare Bradshaw Judy Fulco Susan Huber Sarah Jackson Ken Kozloff Myriam Kunzi Karen Lane Veronika Lowe Lauryn Nashi |
Michelle Rouillard Janis Ross Sherlie Scribner Elizabeth H. Tudan Sarah Turner John and Sarah Vittone Clelia Walters Margaret Taylor Young The Young Family |
Fairfax County Democratic Committee
The Fairfax County Democratic Committee again provided a significant number of backpacks and essential school supplies. We appreciate their continuous commitment to community welfare and education as a fundamental right.
Ellen Lowe and the Tyson’s Corner Macy’s Team
Ellen Lowe and her team at Tysons Corner Macy’s donated stylish, durable backpacks along with school essentials. This added a special touch, blending utility with inspiration for young students.
Capital One
Capital One not only provided essential supplies but also sponsored initiatives to enhance financial literacy for older students. Their involvement reflects their commitment to giving back to the community they call home.
Maria Bethard
Maria Bethard’s personal generosity directly supported elementary-aged students, ensuring they wouldn't miss out on tools critical to their education.
The Young Family
The Young Family are longtime supporters of Fairfax County initiatives. We applaud them as a shining example of community-mindedness.
Lauryn Nashi
Through her contribution, Lauryn Nashi helped fill the gap for children in foster care, providing colorful, thoughtful supplies designed to spark creativity and joy for students stepping into their classroom.
Freedom Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
The Freedom Hill Chapter of DAR stood out for their commitment to uplifting future generations through thoughtful contributions that extended beyond the classroom, emphasizing life skills and civic engagement.
Brillient Corporation
The Brillient Corporation’s involvement added a critical layer of support, ensuring logistical needs were met while contributing to the overall pool of resources.
Giving Children the Tools to Thrive
Thank you again to these remarkable donors for helping hundreds of children head to school this year brimming with confidence and enthusiasm.
Together, we can ensure that every child has the tools they need to thrive. Whether you’re an individual or an organization, there’s always a way to make a difference—because no contribution is too small when it comes to building bright futures.
This article posting is part of The Volunteer Post Newsletter for current and potential volunteers, sponsors and donors interested in supporting children and families in crisis. Learn more about Fairfax County Department of Family Services' Volunteer & Partner Services Program (VPS).