The 35th annual Kids First Coupon Book sale begins on Friday. For two weeks, students in the Hamilton County elementary schools will be selling the nearly 200-page booklets that cost $10 and feature hundreds of dollars in savings from area stores, restaurants, attractions, and service providers.
During the past 34 years, the Kids First Coupon Book has generated over $12 million in direct revenue to the schools.
Unlike other school fundraisers, Kids First is produced by the nonprofit Fund for Excellence. All proceeds stay in Hamilton County for the benefit of local schools. The schools keep $7 for every book sold, and the money is allocated according to their individual needs to pay for things like technology upgrades, art supplies, playground equipment, and library books. The remaining 30 percent of coupon book revenue covers program-related expenses.
For more information, visit www.KidsFirstCouponBook.com or call 498-7212.