Communities In Schools of San Antonio (CIS-SA) is a nonprofit organization that partners directly with local schools to support students facing academic, social, and personal barriers. By placing trained site coordinators on campuses, CIS-SA provides individualized case management, connects families with essential community resources, and builds programs that promote attendance, academic success, and overall well-being. The San Antonio Alumni Chapter is a proud partner in this work through our Room to Read and Learn 2 Live programs, offering hands-on support that strengthens student success. We also champion CIS-SA’s annual Stuff the Bus School Supplies Drive, helping ensure students start the school year equipped and ready to thrive.

                                   

🎁 Project Joy Gift Donation

Project Joy, a signature initiative of Communities In Schools of San Antonio (CIS-SA), provides holiday gifts to students who may otherwise go without. Each gift reminds a child that they are valued, supported, and cared for by their community.

The San Antonio Alumni Chapter (SAAC) is proud to partner with CIS-SA to bring joy and encouragement to students at Booker T. Washington Elementary this holiday season.

⭐ How SAAC Participates

Join fellow Chapter Members and Silhouettes in adopting a student, shopping from their wish list, and helping us deliver holiday cheer in person.

📝 1. Volunteer Sign-Up  Sign Up   

SAAC collects names of Chapter Members and Silhouettes who want to participate in the gift donation program.  Sign up no later than 12/09/2025

📊 2. Share Participation with CIS-SA

We provide CIS-SA with the total number of SAAC volunteers.

📋 3. Student Wish Lists

CIS-SA sends SAAC the list of students and their holiday wish lists.

🤝 4. Matching Participants to Students

Each volunteer is matched with a specific student and receives their wish list. Gifts are limited to $25.

🛍️ 5. Shop for Your Student

Volunteers purchase the items from their assigned student’s wish list.

📦 6. Gift Drop-Off   Holiday Jingle Mingle

• Bring your gift to the SAAC Holiday Jingle Mingle (If timing works), or

• Coordinate a separate drop-off date if you cannot attend.

🎉 7. Gift Delivery Celebration

SAAC will celebrate with the Washington Elementary kids on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am, to deliver the holiday gifts in person.

            🎄 Washington Elementary Holiday Celebration 🎁

The San Antonio Alumni Chapter is gearing up for a joyful holiday visit with the amazing students of Booker T. Washington Elementary School! We’ll share smiles, spread cheer, and deliver the toys collected for Project Joy Gift. Let’s make this a celebration the kids will remember.

📅 Date: December 16, 2025

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

📍 Location: Washington Elementary School

🏫 Address: 1823 Nolan St, San Antonio, TX 78202

👔 Attire: Kappa/Silhouette Christmas Casual

Come ready to uplift, celebrate, and bring the holiday magic!