The Stuff the Bus campaign is pushing toward a goal of 10,000 school supply items and $1,500 in donations to support the effort.

United Way Director Nicole Mahder said Monday afternoon that as of that point 8,973 items had been donated, and $1,293.01 had been contributed. Collections continue through this Friday.

There are a number of drop-off points in the community including Central National Bank, Exchange Bank, Geary Community Hospital, Intrust Bank. Karen Jameson State Farm, Landmark National Bank, Sunflower Bank and Millenium Bank. You can also drop off supplies at the United Way office at 139 East 8th Street through Friday 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The supplies will be distributed to needy children in Geary County schools in time for the upcoming school year.