Kids In Need Foundation

We are committed to creating equitable learning environments for teachers and students in under-resourced communities.

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We asked KINF staff to share their favorite teachers growing up and what made them memorable. Their answers are a reminder that educators do more than teach lessons—they encourage, inspire, build confidence, and help shape who students become.

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Our warehouse team plays an essential role in making sure students and teachers have access to the supplies they need to learn, participate, and thrive.

Their work helps make every shipment—and its impact—possible. 📦

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A box of school supplies can travel a long way—and it starts with your support.

With your help, students can walk into the classroom feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn. ✏️📚

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This summer, volunteers of all ages showed up for students, teachers, and their communities. 💛

Every set of hands makes a difference, and there’s a way for everyone to help. Thank you to our summer volunteers for helping make this work possible! 🎒

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We hope our teachers have an unforgettable time at the season opener. Thank you @Vikings for helping us celebrate educators in such a special way!

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KINF plans to support more than 2 million students, 90,500 teachers, and 6,700 schools across 46 states in 2026.

None of it happens without our donors, partners, volunteers, educators, and supporters. Thank you for helping essential supplies reach classrooms nationwide.

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To kick off the school year, the Minnesota Vikings and Caribou Coffee joined us at our Teacher Resource Center in Little Canada to show some extra love to local educators. 💜☕

Thank you for showing up for teachers and for supporting education in our community!

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"Teachers are constantly finding creative ways to make sure students have what they need—even when resources are limited.

Their commitment is a reminder of why we keep showing up for educators and their students. 💛"

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Happy first day of school to many Minnesota students and educators! 🎒✏️

School calendars vary across the country, so whether you’re starting today, already back, or still preparing, KINF wishes every student, teacher, staff member, and family a joyful start!

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Every student deserves a strong start. 🎒✏️

Volunteer with KINF this fall to pack school supplies and help prepare classrooms for success all year long.

KINF Headquarters in Little Canada, MN
Sign up through the link in our bio!

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According to educators surveyed for KINF’s 2026 Impact report, school supplies support more than learning—they strengthen preparedness, participation, confidence, and engagement.

They also help educators meet students’ needs and create more equitable classrooms.

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Every Teacher Resource Center may look a little different, but the purpose is the same: supporting teachers so they can support their students. 💛

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Supplies do more than support learning—they help transform what is possible in the classroom.

Thank you @FreddysUSA for partnering with Kids In Need Foundation!

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Helping hands needed. ✋🎒

Back-to-school preparation is underway, and volunteers play an important role in getting supplies ready for students and teachers.

Join KINF for a hands-on opportunity to sort, pack, and prepare supplies for the school year ahead!

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A backpack carries more than supplies.

It can inspire confidence, create opportunities and help students feel prepared to learn and belong.

Through #BeyondTheBackpack, we are helping students and teachers thrive—on the first day and every day after.

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A pencil can hold an idea.
A backpack can carry confidence into the school day.

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Behind every backpack is a bigger story.

Volunteers pack. Partners support. Supplies move. Classrooms get ready.

Through Beyond the Backpack, your gift helps students and teachers start the year with confidence.
Give today.

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Supplies do more than support learning—they help transform what is possible in the classroom.

Thank you @FreddysUSA for partnering with Kids In Need Foundation!

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This is classroom readiness in action. ✏️💙

When supplies reach teachers, they become tools for creativity, confidence, organization, and learning.

Thank you to the educators who bring these resources to life — and to the KINF community that helps make it possible.

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The school year is quickly approaching and teachers, whether it's your 30th, 5th, or 1st year we just want to let you know that you've got this!