Thames Valley Education Foundation

• Annual student backpack drive in London, Ont. seeks donations for ‘Best First Day’

  The annual community-wide initiative has provided backpacks and school supplies to students in need in London, Ont., for more than 20 years — and it’s needed now more than ever.

  Education

  Aug 31, 2023
  
• London, Ont. regional services launch annual backpack drive for students’ ‘Best First Day’

  'Best First Day’s goal is to provide support to the families that need it so they can focus on their basic needs,' said Jackie Ellefsen, Thames Valley Education Foundation lead.

  Education

  Aug 5, 2022
  
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• Best First Day school supply fundraiser starts early, expects increased demand due to COVID-19

  Last year, the Best First Day drive delivered more than 3,800 backpacks filled with school supplies to students throughout the region.

  Education

  Jul 14, 2020