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Chapter Information

Care to Learn - Wheaton was established in 2020 as the 36th Care to Learn Chapter. It currently serves students in partnership with the Wheaton R-III School District.

The Wheaton Chapter also partners with several organizations in the community to raise funds for students in need. Students and faculty can also support their local Care to Learn Chapter by wearing hats to school!

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Key Facts

Care to Learn - Wheaton

  • $3,531.01 = Total Amount Spent to Meet Students’ Needs
  • 793 = Total Number of Student Needs Met
  • $3.99 = Average Cost to Meet A Student’s Need

Photo Gallery

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Group of children sitting on bench and ground.
Group of five children standing and sitting on bench in front of brick wall.
An elementary school classroom viewed from the back of the class with a teacher up front and children raising their hands

Meeting the Need

Care to Learn - Wheaton works with the Wheaton R-III School District to fill these health, hunger, and hygiene needs for students:

HEALTH
Doctor appointments
Dental care
Eye exam and glasses
Hearing services/equipment
Mental health services
Pest control services
Prescription assistance

HUNGER
Weekend food bags (PK – 6th)
Food pantry (7th – 12th)
Classroom snacks
Grocery vouchers

HYGIENE
Clothing/Shoe voucher
Shampoo/Soap
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
Deodorant
Feminine products
Lice treatments
Laundry detergent
Laundry vouchers
Household cleaning supplies

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Make a Gift

You can help make a difference today—every gift counts. See how you can support our mission and help kids in your area, and across the state, be successful in school.

Donate to Care to Learn - Wheaton