Stationery Collection 2026

Chris Elmore MP has launched the Back-to-School Stationery Collection 2026, calling on the community to once again come together to help children and young people across the Bridgend & Porthcawl constituency start the new school year with confidence.

Following the success of last year’s appeal, which saw hundreds of stationery items donated by local residents, the campaign returns in partnership with Bridgend Foodbank and Awen Libraries. This year, three new donation points have also joined the appeal at Ynysawdre Pool & Fitness Centre, Pencoed Swimming Pool and Porthcawl Museum, making it even easier for people to get involved.

The appeal aims to help ensure children and young people have the essential stationery they need for the new school year. Donations of new stationery items, no matter how big or small, will help support local families across the constituency.

Chris Elmore MP said:
“One of the things that makes the Bridgend & Porthcawl constituency a great place is the willingness of local people to support one another.

“Last year’s appeal showed just how generous our community is. Hundreds of stationery items were donated to help local families prepare for the new school year and I hope we can build on that success once again.

“Whether it’s a pack of pens, a notebook or a school bag, every donation can make a real difference to a local child.

“I would like to thank Bridgend Foodbank, Awen Libraries, Halo Leisure and Porthcawl Museum for supporting the appeal this year. Launching the appeal early gives the teams the time they need to sort and distribute donations to families before children return to school in September.”

Suggested donation items (new items only please):

• Pens
• Pencils
• Highlighters
• Notebooks
• Rulers
• Rubbers
• School bags
• Calculators
• Geometry sets

Donation points:

📍 Aberkenfig Library
📍 Bridgend Library (Halo Centre)
📍 Pencoed Library
📍 Porthcawl Library
📍 Sarn Library
📍 Ynysawdre Pool & Fitness Centre
📍 Pencoed Swimming Pool
📍 Porthcawl Museum (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 11am to 3pm)

Please donate by Monday 10th August 2026!

The earlier deadline gives Bridgend Foodbank’s dedicated team time to sort and distribute donated stationery to local families before the start of the new school term.

Thank you to everyone who supports the appeal. Together, we can help local children and young people head back to school ready to learn.