Supporting Student Education in 2025: A Guide for Parents and Community Members

 

Making a difference in Texas education doesn’t always require deep pockets. Whether you’re a parent, business owner, or community member passionate about education, there are several ways to make a meaningful impact through TEXAS YES. Here’s your guide to creating positive change in Texas classrooms this year.

Host a Community Fundraising Event

Transform your skills or interests into support for education. Host a bake sale, coordinate a neighborhood garage sale, or plan a potluck lunch fundraiser – proceeds from these initiatives can benefit TEXAS YES programs. Restaurants and retail businesses can participate by dedicating a portion of their sales to support educational programs.

Get creative with your fundraising ideas – there are countless ways to make a difference!

Organize a Book Collection Drive

Launch a book collection drive in your neighborhood or workplace. New and gently used books can help stock our Little Locker program, ensuring students have access to reading materials year-round. Make it engaging by challenging different departments or social groups to see who can collect the most books.

Visit our Little Locker Project page for detailed instructions on organizing a successful book drive.

Volunteer at Signature Events

Make a direct impact by volunteering at our key events throughout the year. Join our reading partner program to help students develop crucial literacy skills, support our Box of Dreams school supply distribution serving over 70,000 students, or assist at our annual Tee Up for Education Golf Tournament or Aces Wild Casino Night.. Corporate groups can participate through team volunteer days, while businesses can sponsor our annual golf tournament and other fundraising events.

Create a Business Partnership

Business owners can amplify their community impact by partnering with TEXAS YES. Whether through event sponsorships, sales-based giving programs, or employee matching programs, your business can help create educational opportunities while engaging customers in giving back.

Year-Round Support Opportunities

• Spring: Join our annual Tee Up for Education Golf Tournament – volunteer, sponsor, or play!
• Summer: Help distribute school supplies at our Box of Dreams events
• Fall: Join us for Aces Wild Casino Night on September 19th – volunteer, join a committee, or sponsor
• Winter: Support our annual Coat and Sock Drive – volunteer or sponsor

Ready to make a difference? Visit texasyesproject.org to learn more about our programs or contact us to discuss partnership opportunities. Together, we can ensure every Texas student has the tools they need to succeed in 2025 and beyond.