Testimonials

Here’s what schools are saying about our SAFE matching grant program and online retail store.

More than 175 schools many of which receive Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust funds are member schools. Here’s what just a few of them say about their experience.

“We are very appreciative of the grant funds and the ease with which we have been able to acquire new uniform clothes. The clothes have been a wonderful addition to our campus.”
Mike Winters, Principal, Cheatham Elementary School, Laveen School District

“The Back to School Clothing Drive has provided our students with complete uniforms for our students to start school feeling confident and ready to learn. Students who were identified as needing assistance were given socks, underwear, 2 shirts and a pair of shorts/skirts and a pair of pants each. The students and parents receiving the clothing were extremely grateful to the Back to School Clothing Drive for providing them with a great start to a new school year.”’
Jaime Camacho, Andalucia Middle School, Alhambra Elementary School District

“The process for apply for the SAFE Grant was quick and easy. The matching funds enabled us to double our purchasing power. The online store made shopping much more convenient. And thank you Jean Pegler for all your help. Anytime I had a question, Jean answered it either by phone or email in a timely courteous manner. Thank you.”
Jane Bechtol, Montecito Community School, Osborn School District

“This is a great program. We received $4000 worth of uniforms because of the Safe School match program, which was a tremendous benefit to our Title I school. The families are very grateful.”
Claire Somers, Westwind Primary School, Phoenix Elementary School District

“First class treatment from help shopping to delivery at the door. Our students enjoy the benefit of the Piper Trust and appreciate the help your organization does to double our purchasing power to provide clothing to those that are in great need.”
Curtis McCandlish, Principal, Nadaburg Elementary, Nadaburg Elementary School District

“The program allowed us to receive an incredible amount of uniform items for our families. As a result of the economy there is an increased need for uniform assistance. With the help of the back to school matching grant we were able to provide for all of our families in need.”
John Garcia – Westwind Intermediate School, Phoenix Elementary School District

“Online ordering was so easy and cost effective! We were able to order needed uniforms and belts for our students and did not have to leave our offices. Thank you!”
Ms. Lucero, FRC Specialists, A.M. Hamilton School, Roosevelt School District

“This grant matching program, and buying online is excellent. It not only saves time, but you order what you need”
Silvia Yamasaki Parent Coordinator Lela Alston School, Issac School District,/b>