treasures 4 teachers slide show for business donations
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Why We Exist• On average, every year teachers spend $500
to $1,200 out of their own pockets on school supplies
• In Arizona, over half of all K-8 students cannot afford lunch, much less basic educational tools and supplies
• On average, Arizona schools budget less than .5 cents per student daily for supplies
Reuse Focus• Treasures 4 Teachers provides low cost supplies to
teachers from community reusable resources
• Businesses have unwanted and surplus supplies that often end up in a landfill that teachers could use
A Win/Win For Everyone
• Students receive the supplies they need, improving their attendance and academic performance
• Businesses divert tons of excess products from our landfills
Benefits of Donating• Free pick-up for 20 boxes or more of donations
• It’s simple — it’s fast — it’s tax-deductible!
• Reduces disposal costs
• Satisfaction of helping local teachers and the environment
What Do We Take?• Manufacturing Discards or Cast Offs– End Rolls of Paper– Cardboard Tubes– Rubber Bands– Ziploc Bags– Uniform Pieces of Styrofoam and Peanuts– Cutouts– Misprints– Many other items!
How to Get Started• Call 480-751-1122 to schedule a free pick-up
• Or drop off at 3025 S. 48th Street, Ste 101 Tempe, AZ Tuesday through Saturday 10 am-5 pm
Other Ways to Help• Individual or Group Volunteers• Supply Drives• Financial Donations