Rumpke Helps Kentucky's Montgomery County School District With Student Supplies for the 2026–2027 School Year

Rumpke Waste & Recycling hosted a community school supplies drive in Kentucky to help Montgomery County Schools students prepare for the 2026–2027 school year.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Montgomery County community (home to one of Rumpke's four landfills in Kentucky), 12 bins were filled with notebooks, folders, crayons, glue sticks, pencils and other supplies to help students start the school year ready to learn.

The initiative also received coverage from Lexington, Ky.'s WKYT News highlighting Rumpke's support for local students.

Rumpke Supports Montgomery County Schools With a $3,000 Donation

In addition to collecting school supplies, Rumpke also presented a $3,000 check to the Montgomery County school district during the July Board of Education meeting to further support students and families.

"Montgomery County Schools is a crucial part of the community, and providing students with basic school supplies is a simple way for Rumpke to help," said Adam Rumpke, region vice president.

"Following the recent announcement that federal funding can no longer cover the costs of supplies for students, we knew we had to do something. This impacts so many of our team members, neighbors and the overall community."

Montgomery County Schools Thanks Rumpke for Supporting Students

Montgomery County School Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Harris expressed appreciation on behalf of the entire district.

"Montgomery County Schools extends its deepest appreciation to Rumpke for stepping up to support our schools, students and families," Harris said.

"With the expiration of federal COVID-19 relief funds, the school district is no longer able to provide school supplies for all students like we have in recent years. Rumpke's monetary contribution and their dedicated supply drive will directly help to bridge that gap.

Their commitment to our schools means our families won't carry this burden alone, and it ensures our students have the essential tools they need to succeed. Because of incredible community partners like Rumpke, Montgomery County Schools is able to cultivate excellence in all that we do!"

Thank You to Everyone Who Supported the School Supplies Drive

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make a difference for Montgomery County students and their families!