Lifting Education Higher — One Pallet at a Time

Orlando, FL – A Gift for Teaching is excited to announce the generous support of Publix Super Market Charities, which has awarded grant funding for the purchase of a new pallet reach truck. This vital upgrade will further enhance the efficiency and sustainability of warehouse operations as well as make a lasting impact on A Gift for Teaching’s ability to serve teachers and students across Central Florida.

For nearly two decades, the warehouse team has relied on aging equipment to physically move and organize thousands of donated supplies. As time wore on, breakdowns and costly repairs began to slow operations down. This wear and tear, however, tells a powerful story itself: the equipment had reached its capacity in the best way possible – serving the generosity of those who have filled the warehouse year after year with free educational resources for students and teachers in our community.

Thanks to Publix Super Market Charities’ investment, A Gift for Teaching has recently replaced the outdated pallet reach truck with a new modern and energy-efficient model that will help keep its warehouse running smoothly for more years to come.

Why Operational Support Like This Matters

  • MORE EFFICIENT DISTRIBUTION: With this new equipment, supplies can be moved faster and more safely – getting them into the hands of teachers and students who need them most.
  • REDUCED MAINTENANCE COSTS: With fewer breakdowns and repairs, more resources can be directed toward providing free educational resources and core programming
  • LONG-TERM SUSTAINABILITY: Upgrading to high-quality equipment that are built to last allows A Gift for Teaching to reliably serve the community for the next 10-20 years

This upgrade is more than just a piece of machinery, it’s a symbol of what we can accomplish together.

Every pencil, backpack, and book that moves through our warehouse is part of a larger story: one where students are inspired to learn and teachers are empowered to teach, thanks to the compassion and commitment of our supporters.

“This upgrade is a direct result of the community’s continued belief in our mission over the years,” said Jane Thompson, President of A Gift for Teaching.

“Our supporters have helped us grow to a point where our equipment simply couldn’t keep up. Now, with this new reach truck, we can better serve our educators and students, ensuring that learning is never limited by a lack of supplies.”

A Gift for Teaching extends its deepest gratitude to Publix Super Market Charities for their generous grant funding and to every supporter whose contributions have made this equipment upgrade come to fruition.

Together, we continue to reach new heights in our vision for a future where every Central Florida student has the tools and experiences to succeed.