Over the weekend, Walmart and the Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville joined forces for the “Stuff the Bus” event — collecting school supplies to help Christian County students start the year prepared.
Walmart Team Lead Mary Holder says this is the first time their Hopkinsville location has hosted the event.
click to download audioHolder says she reached out to the community to find the right partner.
click to download audioShe says the turnout was steady throughout the event.
click to download audioSaturday morning, the first 100 families received free goodie bags, and the day was packed with activities.
click to download audioHolder says the event is about giving back to those who support them year-round.
click to download audioAnd she hopes this is just the beginning of future collaborations.
click to download audioAll the donations collected will go toward helping Christian County students have the supplies they need for a successful school year.
