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MATCHING DONATION

Many companies match employee donations as a component of their community engagement initiatives. Check with your employer for information and instructions on matching gift programs.

YOUNG PEOPLE HELPING YOUNG PEOPLE

Every year hundreds of cadets from local high school JROTC programs take to the street to share The Empty Stocking Fund’s story and collect donations on our behalf. This long-standing tradition that dates back to the 1940s was established based on the community spirit of young people helping young people. Kicking off during the first weekend of November each year, JROTC cadets, school clubs, and student organizations from metro-Atlanta high schools, collect donations throughout their communities. Annually, students strive to raise $100,000 for the organization – enough to provide gift packages to 5,000 children.If you are interested in leading a campaign at your school, please contact our development team to be included in orientation and planning sessions to be held in August.

JROTC Drive Participation Form

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School Address

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Primary Point of Contact(Required)

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Mobile Phone(Required)

Email Address(Required)

Campaign Goal(Required)

Minimum campaign goal should be $1,000.

Please enter a number from 1000 to 50000.

ESF will provide the below materials upon request. The cost of these items will be deducted from funds raised to calculate your net campaign proceeds (ROI). There is NO COST to your school / program.EXAMPLE: If you request 10 Collection Buckets w/Lids at $5 each ($50), 100 Collection Canisters at $2 ($200) and you raise $5,000, your net campaign total (ROI) would be $4,750.

Collection Canisters(Required)

Sealed, tamper-evident Collection Canisters: $2 ea.

Collection Buckets w/Lids(Required)

Reusble plastic Collection Buckets with single-use, tamper-evident lids: $5 ea.

Extra Lids Only(Required)

Single-use lids for plastic Collection Buckets: $2 ea.

ESF will provide meals or gift cards to purchase food for participating cadets upon request. $10 per cadet will be deducted from funds raised to calculate your net campaign proceeds (ROI). There is NO COST to your school / program.

Friday, November 3(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Saturday, November 4(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Sunday, November 5(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Thank you for your continued support of this important tradition.

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WORKPLACE DONATIONS

Current and retired Federal employees can give through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) using our organization ID – 69112. If your company would like to launch a workplace giving campaign to equip a school with supplies, support local teachers, or provide Christmas gifts for disadvantaged children, reach out to our team to learn more about setting up a campaign.

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MATCHING DONATION

Many companies match employee donations as a component of their community engagement initiatives. Check with your employer for information and instructions on matching gift programs.

DONOR ADVISED FUNDS

Donating advised funds is a great way to give big (and avoid paying capital gains on appreciated securities)! Please see transfer instructions below or send to us by mail.

DTC No.: 0141
Account Number: 7685-1068
Company Name: Wells Fargo Advisors
Account Name: The Empty Stocking Fund, Inc. (Attn: Joy Graham, Development Director)

Mailing Address: 693 Humphries St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

DONATE STOCK

Donating appreciated stocks or bonds is a great way to support our mission. Please use the information below when transferring stock to ESF and email us at [email protected] so that our team knows to look for your donation.

DTC No.: 0141
Account Number: 7685-1068
Company Name: Wells Fargo Advisors
Account Name: The Empty Stocking Fund, Inc. (Attn: Joy Graham, Development Director)

Warehouse Wish List

Running a warehouse, engaging volunteers, and serving families year-round requires more than having a place to store products. By donating items from our Warehouse Wish List, you can help us allocate more funds to programs that support disadvantaged children while also streamlining our processes to work more efficiently!

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SPONSOR -A- CHILD CAMPAIGNS

Sponsor-A-Child Campaigns enable individuals and organizations to maximize their impact by enlisting the support of others. Campaigns may be led at local businesses, global corporations, civic or religious organizations, or simply among friends and family. Some raise hundreds of dollars while others raise thousands, and each does it a little differently. It can be as simple as creating an online donation page and sharing it via email or social media, or as complex as hosting fundraising events like holiday parties, bake sales, raffles, etc. As a campaign leader, YOU decide what works best for you and your organization.

Are you ready to lead a Sponsor-A-Child Campaign?

Download Our Sponsor-A-Child Campaign Leader Package

Includes tips for leading a successful campaign, email templates, promotional materials, donation log and receipts.

Create Your Unique Online Donation Page

Page may be customized to reflect your campaign goal and to include logos and images of your choice. Requires registration as an official fundraiser on Click & Pledge. All funds raised go directly to The Empty Stocking Fund.

Instructions: If you’re already a fundraiser, click “Fundraiser Login” in the top navigation bar. If you’ve forgotten your password there is a password help link below the social media icons in the login window. If you are a new fundraiser, click “Become a Fundraiser” (green button at the bottom-right).

Need something else to lead a successful campaign? Let us know. We’re here to support your efforts!

CONTACT US

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Are you the LEGAL parent or guardian of a child receiving public assistance in the greater metro Atlanta area?(Required)

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All accounts are managed through your ESF Portal located at my.emptystockingfund.org. If you are a parent or guardian in the greater metro Atlanta area, please visit my.emptystockingfund.org to create an account, to login to an existing account or to request that your password be reset. For all other areas, please call 211 for The United Way as they should have a list of resources available in your area.

Early Access Codes (EACs) are special registration codes provided to select community organizations — such as churches, advocacy groups, and community centers — that work directly with families in need.

Here’s what you should know:

What it is: An Early Access Code allows families supported by these organizations to register before the general public.

What it means: Families with a code are included in the first round of communication and document verification.

What it does not mean: An Early Access Code does not guarantee gifts. All families must complete registration, upload required documents, and receive approval before being invited to shop.

Even if you don’t have an Early Access Code, you’ll still be able to request gifts once general registration opens. Because demand often exceeds our available inventory, we can only invite a limited number of approved families to shop. To be considered, families must submit the required income verification documents during the "document upload" period. Once documentation is reviewed and approved, families will be placed in a queue based on inventory availability for their children’s age ranges.

👉 Log in to view our FAQ page for full details and answers to common questions.

ESF can only accept the documentation shown in the Proof of Benefits help documentation. All names and information added must match the documentation exactly.The denial reason is provided by email and is shown in your parent portal. You may resubmit the required documentation, however ESF volunteers cannot comment on or provide assistance with the documents directly.

ESF can only accept the documentation shown in the Proof of Benefits help documentation. All names and information added must match the documentation exactly.Safari browser can occasionally cause issues on mobile devices. If the uploader doesn't appear, please try a different browser.

All accounts are managed through your ESF Portal located at my.emptystockingfund.org.If you are a parent or guardian in the greater metro Atlanta area, please visit my.emptystockingfund.org to create an account, to login to an existing account or to request that your password be reset.For all other areas, please call 211 for The United Way as they should have a list of resources available in your area.

Only legal guardians are able to request support from The Empty Stocking Fund.

Teacher Resource Center — Launching Soon

Our re-imagined Teacher Resource Center from the Empty Stocking Fund is launching soon — and YOU are invited to be among the first to experience it!

Get ready for a one-stop shop packed with free classroom supplies and learning essentials designed just for you. We know how hard you work every day, and we can’t wait to help make your school year even more amazing!

What’s New?

Year-round shopping opportunities and more hours!
A new “storefront” at our warehouse and software
Smaller shopping groups for a better experience and easier parking
The ESF Education Express — a mobile Teacher Resource Center for your entire school (launching soon)

Renewing Your Account Details

RENEW HERE

For individuals who have only personal emails on file, you’ll be given a one-month grace period to sign in and update your profile. After that grace period, all accounts with ONLY personal emails will be deleted.

New registrants will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

If you do not see your school, or haven’t received an email with your password, please contact [email protected].

Eligibility

Educators must be actively teaching at a Title I school in metro Atlanta. School ID required to register.

Shopping Value

Each educator from a Title I school can shop for up to $500 in supplies per school year — use it all at once or across multiple visits!

You asked, and we listened!

Better access & more dates

Many of you completed our Teacher Survey, requesting more shopping opportunities and a smoother experience. In response, we’re rolling out new shopping dates throughout the year — including weekends, holidays, training days, and afternoon shifts.

Smoother registration

Plus, we’ve launched a brand-new, easy-to-use software platform to make registration and shopping simpler than ever!

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DONATE STOCK

Donating appreciated stocks or bonds is a great way to give big (and avoid paying capital gains on appreciated securities)! Please see transfer instructions below.

DTC No.: 0141
Account Number: 7685-1068
Company Name: Wells Fargo Advisors
Account Name: The Empty Stocking Fund, Inc. (Attn: Joy Graham, Development Director)

Please take a moment to complete the below form so that we can acknowledge your gift once the shares have been received into our account. Without this information, we will have no way of knowing from whom the shares were received!

WORKPLACE DONATIONS

Federal employees can give through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) using our organization ID – 69112.

State and University System employees can give through the State Charitable Contributions Program (SCCP).

If your company leads a United Way of Greater Atlanta campaign, you can designate your donation for The Empty Stocking Fund. To get started, ask your company’s campaign administrator for help or contact the United Way directly. The Empty Stocking Fund’s UWGA ID is 5321294.

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#GIVINGTUESDAY

Let’s bring the global kickoff of the giving season home to Georgia. Led in partnership with The Georgia Center for Nonprofits, the campaign aims to help nonprofits like The Empty Stocking Fund reach new supporters and raise awareness of our cause.

KROGER REWARDS

Now your Kroger Plus card can give more than great deals. With a simple one-time enrollment, a portion of every purchase you make earns rewards for The Empty Stocking Fund.

Click here to create an account and register your Kroger Plus Card online.
Under Account Settings, go to Community Rewards and enter our Organization Number (97088) or search for us by name (Empty Stocking Fund).
Use your card every time you shop, and you’ll help us bring joy to the lives of children in need!

ASK ALEXA

That’s right! Now you can simply say, “Alexa, make a donation to The Empty Stocking Fund.” She’ll walk you through the rest

MATCHING DONATION

Many companies match employee donations, double or even tripling the amount. Discover if your company will match your contribution.

STOPPING THE SPREAD,
BUT NOT THE SUPPORT

The Empty Stocking Fund is committed to protecting the health and safety of our volunteers, staff and community. In response to the COVID19 pandemic, we have implemented strict policies that adhere to federal and state guidelines.

Social Distancing
ESF will follow Social Distancing Guidelines based on CDC recommendations.

Currently, volunteer shift sizes are limited so participants can safely socially distance. Because we have a large space and can easily separate groups, we may schedule two small groups at the same time.

Social Distancing markers and signage will be posted throughout the facility.

Temperature Screening
Using no-contact infrared digital thermometers, ESF staff will check the temperature of all volunteers before they enter the building. Following the CDC guidelines, anyone with a temperature above 100.4 will be asked to leave and reschedule their volunteer shift (a minimum of 14 days later).

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Masks will be required in the facility at all times. If you have your own mask, please bring it with you. If you do not have a mask, we will provide one for you. In addition, we will have gloves and plenty of hand sanitizer available.

Post-Shift Facility Cleaning and Sanitization
Designated trash cans are placed in the warehouse and the lobby for PPE disposal and will be emptied immediately at the end of each shift.

Volunteers will be asked to place all tape guns, box cutters, and other tools used in a designated area so that they can be disinfected by staff.

All surfaces will be cleaned using a CDC approved disinfectant.

Post Shift Reporting
Approximately two weeks after your shift, ESF will send you an email asking you to confirm that you have not been diagnosed with or experienced symptoms of Covid19. Should you have any concerns about your exposure before, during or after your shift, we ask that you contact us immediately at (404) 876-8697.

PAYPAL

Just use our email address ([email protected]) to send a donation via PayPal.

AMAZON SMILE

AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. It’s the same exact Amazon you know and love. Same products, same prices, same service. A one-time simple enrollment will ensure that a portion of every purchase you make earns rewards for The Empty Stocking Fund.

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JROTC DRIVE

Young People Helping Young People

Every year more than 2,500 cadets representing 40 metro Atlanta high school ROTC programs take to the street to share The Empty Stocking Fund’s story and collect donations on our behalf. This long-standing tradition that dates back to the 1940s was established based on the community spirit of young people helping young people. Over a two-day period, thousands of volunteers, most of whom are JROTC cadets from metro-Atlanta high schools, collect donations throughout their communities. Representing the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines, the cadets raise nearly $100,000 for the organization – enough to provide gift packages to 5,000 children.

Through its Family2Family project, WSB-TV supports the cadets’ efforts by increasing awareness of the program. As one of the project’s sponsors, Kroger allows the cadets to fundraise onsite at more than 50 metro area stores.

2021 Campaign Registration

This year’s campaign will run from October 15th through December 15th with the primary drive taking place November 5th, 6th, and 7th.

If you are interested in leading a campaign at your school, please complete the below registration form so we can be sure to include you in orientation and planning sessions to be held in September.

JROTC Drive Participation Form

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This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

School(Required)

School Name (Other)(Required)

School Address

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Primary Point of Contact(Required)

First Last

Mobile Phone(Required)

Email Address(Required)

Campaign Goal(Required)

Minimum campaign goal should be $1,000.

Please enter a number from 1000 to 50000.

ESF will provide the below materials upon request. The cost of these items will be deducted from funds raised to calculate your net campaign proceeds (ROI). There is NO COST to your school / program.EXAMPLE: If you request 10 Collection Buckets w/Lids at $5 each ($50), 100 Collection Canisters at $2 ($200) and you raise $5,000, your net campaign total (ROI) would be $4,750.

Collection Canisters(Required)

Sealed, tamper-evident Collection Canisters: $2 ea.

Collection Buckets w/Lids(Required)

Reusble plastic Collection Buckets with single-use, tamper-evident lids: $5 ea.

Extra Lids Only(Required)

Single-use lids for plastic Collection Buckets: $2 ea.

ESF will provide meals or gift cards to purchase food for participating cadets upon request. $10 per cadet will be deducted from funds raised to calculate your net campaign proceeds (ROI). There is NO COST to your school / program.

Friday, November 3(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Saturday, November 4(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Sunday, November 5(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Thank you for your continued support of this important tradition.

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MAIL A CHECK

To donate by mail, send your check to:
The Empty Stocking Fund
693 Humphries St. SW
Atlanta, GA 30310

SPONSOR

Each year dozens of businesses and foundations – from Atlanta-based global companies to smaller local firms and family foundations – support The Empty Stocking Fund in the most important way: by making financial contributions.

Our sponsors enjoy some amazing benefits, including the prominent display of their logo and the chance to sign up for our coveted volunteer time slots. And, seeing as we almost always run out of volunteer space, getting in early is a great opportunity.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SPONSORSHIP