I work with a wonderful non-profit organization called Support for the Kids. One of the many charities we do is for underprivileged children and their families. "As you can imagine, the need for basic items for hundreds of kids and their families is overwhelming this year." I know as students we aren't always flowing with extra funds, but any type of of donation would be greatly appreciated!
Below is a list of basic items that the families we help are in need of. (A good way to provide for a large amount of families is to spread a dollar. So we recommend buying some of these items at a dollar store)
shampoo
conditioner
toothpaste
toothbrushes
deoderant
laundry detergent
cleanser
dish soap
combs
brushes
q-tips
body lotion
body soap
chapstick
disposable razors
gloves
warm hats
canned food
Also, gift certificates to: walmart, target, payless shoes, marshall's, tjmaxx, ross, gas, grocery stores,
We also can use new towels, blankets, hoodies and small appliances like: blenders, pots and pans, toaster ovens, microwaves and crock pots. These items - (great prices at j.c.penny's and kohl's)
i will start collecting the first of november. i can meet you anywhere with your donation. i hope to have a donated office space in wlv, so donations can be dropped off there as well..
"We (a bunch of volunteers) sort, divide and count items. We fill small laundry baskets with all of the above items and hand them directly to families in need. These families are picked by a social worker, principal or teacher.
home visits are required to verify the need."
If anyone decides to donate feel free to bring it to me during class. Or if you'd rather donate your time please feel free to contact me for date/time/location details.
ANY donation is greatly needed and appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to read this and for your consideration.
