School on Wheels

School on Wheels mission is to provide one-on-one tutoring and educational advocacy for school-aged children impacted by homelessness. Our vision is to equip these children with the educational tools necessary to achieve success in life and break the cycle of homelessness. Founded in 2001 by Sally Bindley, MSW, School on Wheels provides one-on-one... tutoring and educational advocacy for school-aged children impacted by homelessness. In its first year, School on Wheels and its staff of two, along with 11 volunteers, tutored 50 children at two shelters partners. Since that time School on Wheels has grown to serve nearly 400 children each year at 16 partner sites with the help of nearly 450 volunteer tutors. School on Wheels provides school-based programs , shelter-based programs , and academic enrichment programs for children impacted by homelessness. Through each of our programs, we not only work with children, but with the parents of these children so they can become the best advocates for their child's education. Empowered over 1,200 parents through thousands of support hours, including workshops, office hours, and facilitating communications with their childrens teachers and school administration. School on Wheels Corp is a 501(c)(3) under federal tax guidelines. | EIN: 35-2151003 Why is School on Wheels important to you? What role has education played in your life? When you tell your story and share your connection to School on Wheels, you can help your friends, family, and co-workers understand the complexities of family homelessness and give them the tools to be part of the solution, too. Help us bring attention to the critical issue of family homelessness and help others learn how education can break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. We offer information and insight on our social platforms so be sure to follow along and engage with us online or offline. Connect with us on social to help raise awareness and support for #SharetheLoveIndy and School on Wheels! Every dollar makes a difference. A gift ...Read More