Our Philosophy
By equipping students with the essentials and easing the burden on educators, we’re not just delivering supplies, we’re building futures, one purpose-filled backpack at a time.
Our Mission
Pencils and Purpose empowers students and supports educators by providing free school supplies and essential classroom resources. We are committed to removing barriers to learning, promoting equity, and fostering confidence, one pencil, one purpose, one student at a time.
Our Vision
Our vision is a future where every student enters the classroom equipped to learn and every teacher feels supported, regardless of zip code or income. We strive to create a community where access to education is equal, dignity is preserved, and every pencil represents a path to purpose.
Grow With Us!
Pencils and Purpose is in its Emergence stage, where our focus is on building strong foundations and meeting the immediate needs of teachers and students. At this point, we are prioritizing high-impact, highly visible acts of service that show our commitment and create trust within the educational community.
This includes:
- Breakfast/Lunch for Teachers – Boosting morale, fostering appreciation, and creating moments of joy that carry into the classroom.
- Classroom Material Support – Providing essential supplies that teachers often purchase out-of-pocket, ensuring students have the tools they need to learn.
In this stage, we are building relationships, gaining visibility, and creating a reputation for reliability and care. Our actions now lay the groundwork for the Expansion phase, where we will scale our impact to serve more schools and families.
