Log in to your account, read and sign the terms and agreement, pay your $35 membership fee and schedule a shopping experience. If you are unable to schedule a shopping experience it means that we are not open for shopping at that time. We will notify you when it is time to schedule a quarterly shopping experience.
Teacher Resource Center
provides free school supplies, hygiene, food and clothing to eligible teachers to level the educational playing field for students in Kansas City.
Our mission is to provide quality educational resources and an environment for creative up-cycling that encourages change and a more responsible community.
Learn More About the TRC
For more information about the Teacher Resource Center (TRC), click on a button below.
Shopping Experiences
The Teacher Resource Center (TRC) is open quarterly during the academic year, for a limited number of shopping experiences.
Wednesdays - Fridays from 3 pm - 6 pm
Saturdays from 12 pm – 6 pm
Verified Teachers FAQ’s
I’ve been accepted to the TRC, now what should I do?
How often can I shop at the TRC?
Teachers accepted to the TRC may schedule one shopping experience per quarter.
What should I bring with me?
Every teacher must bring their school, photo ID and at least 3 large reusable shopping bags, or boxes to every shopping experience.
You will be denied access to the TRC without your ID and there will be a 50 cent charge per bag, or box, supplied by the TRC if you forget your bags.
How long will I be able to shop?
Teachers may shop as long as needed but will need to be checked out by closing time at 6:00 pm.
What if I can’t make my appointment?
Reasonable notice is expected if you cannot attend your scheduled shopping experience. Please notify Sarah at sarah@scrapskc.org with any scheduling needs.
Any shopping appointment that needs to be rescheduled must be done online AT LEAST 24 hours in advance. The online system will not allow rescheduling within the 24-hour window.
All teachers who do not show up for their scheduled appointment will lose their eligibility to shop at the TRC for the remainder of the academic year.
How do I rescheduled appointment?
Log in to your account and click on the "Modify Schedule" button or contact Sarah at sarah@scrapskc.org.
Can I bring someone to shop with me?
Due to space, children, partners, spouses, other teachers, etc. are not able to shop with you. Please note, children may not be left unattended in the ScrapsKC store while you are in the TRC.
If you have a medical need and require shopping assistance, please contact Sarah at sarah@scrapskc.org 24 hours before your shopping experience.
Can someone else shop for me or use one of my quarterly shopping experiences?
Only teachers who have been approved for this program are allowed to shop in the TRC.