What We Do
Our mission is to ensure every student has the resources they need to succeed—regardless of their background or income.
Our Story / How We Started
Supplies for Success Squad began when we noticed the differences in education around the world. We saw students who were eager to learn but did not have the necessary resources to succeed, as they were financially disadvantaged.
These experiences made us realize how important the most simplest tools are. We realized we wanted to help students in our own communities who may not have the same opportunities as us.
We found data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicating that in Georgia, economically disadvantaged students scored 32 points lower, on average, than students who were not economically disadvantaged. Additionally, only 26% of economically disadvantaged students reached the proficient level, compared to 68% of students who were not economically disadvantaged. These differences demonstrate how financial barriers can directly impact students’ academic performance and access to educational success.
We formed this organization to ensure students have exactly what they need to do well in school. By running supply drives, collecting donations, and working with local partners, we’re doing our best to support education and give students the means to succeed.
Meet the Founders
Siri Pulakandam
Co-founder and Operations Lead
Siri Pulakandam is a high school student and helped launch the Supplies for Success Squad after witnessing how students in parts of India struggled in school due to the lack of basic supplies. That experience left a lasting impression and she realized that something as simple as a notebook or backpack can make a meaningful difference. Beyond her nonprofit work, Siri is actively involved in school clubs such as FBLA and HOSA, and is always seeking opportunities to give back. Whether it’s through volunteering, event planning, or lending a helping hand, she believes that small actions can lead to a big impact.
Kashika Singh
Co-Founder and Finance Lead
Kashika Singh is a high school student who believes that every student, regardless of their financial background, deserves access to the resources and opportunities needed to succeed academically. Through her involvement in activities such as Taekwondo, playing the flute, and various school organizations, she has seen the impact that access to opportunities can have on a student's growth and success. Driven by a passion for service, Kashika is committed to helping ensure that all students have the tools and support they need to reach their full potential.
Baratth Pillay
Co-founder and Outreach Lead
Baratth Pillay is a high school student and the co-founder of Supplies for Success Squad. He was inspired by his father’s nonprofit organization, Bind-U, which provides low-income families with housing, food, and the basic needs to survive. His father’s actions inspired him to create something of his own, so he and his partners started the Supplies for Success Squad. Outside of Baratth’s dedication to the Supplies For Success Squad, he is involved in many extracurricular activities such as tutoring, being active in school clubs, and volunteering. He believes everyone and every student deserves the chance to thrive.
Raghava Murthy
Co-founder and Operations Lead
Raghava Murthy is a high school student and the co-founder of Supplies for Success Squad. He is passionate about creating change through the lens of economics and political science, and launching Supplies for Success Squad represents his first step toward that goal. Raghava is actively involved in his school’s Economics Club and a committed participant on his school’s Quiz Bowl team. In addition to his academic interests, he has a deep passion for playing the French horn and is a member of the prestigious Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra. As a devoted member of his community, Raghava is committed to helping all students pursue their dreams, just as he continues to follow his own.