So often, people think they have to go out to the nations to preach the good word or to help a child/family in need, but you can do that HERE in your own country, your own state, your own county, your own city, & your own neighborhood. You don't have to take a child into your home, but you CAN support a child who goes into another person's home.
I will be collecting items to go into backpacks for kids that come into care. I will post a list of the items below & if you feel lead to give- give. Giving isn't about receiving, BUT the Bible does say "give and it shall be given unto you".
Kids that come into care often come with little to nothing. I had two babies under the age of 2 come into my home, both in diapers and this was what they came with: 2 gnarly bottles, 2 diapers, and the clothes on their back. Yes, I had tried to "prepare" myself and have everything i'd need, but there's always something you forget, use the last little bit of, or didn't think of. There's only so much you can do when preparing for any age and any gender up to the age of 2. There's ALOT of small things that can be forgotten or over looked. OR- in my case- I didn't even know I was licensed yet, so I thought I still had time! Yikes! Needless to say, I loaded those 2 babies up within hours of coming into my home & we made a Walmart trip. No worries though, they were angels <3.
That being said, I've been told around the holiday time that kids come into care like crazy. Whew! What a stressful time for everyone- especially families who think they're prepared for vacation and then all of a sudden have another child to pack up and prepare for vacation too. It's not easy, but it's worth it. YOU can help ease the stress and transition of a child.
The nonprofit that heads up the backpack program is Emile's Pack of Hope. Feel free to find them on FB or their website.
Here's the list: *please, let me know if you have ANY questions!*
Hygiene Products:
toothbrushes, q-tips, toothpaste, body lotion, shampoo/ conditioner, body wash, deodorant, brushes/ combs, rubber bands/ hair clips, dental floss, body sponges/ wash clothes
Personal Items:
bras, underwear, socks, pajamas, blankets
Baby Supplies:
blankets, onesies, pajamas, wash clothes, baby wash, baby powder, baby lotion, bottles, sippy cups, diapers, pacifiers, baby toys, etc.
School Supplies:
paper, pencils, books, notebooks, crayons, markers, colored pencils, folders, pens, scissors, rulers, calculators, glue, journals, pencil boxes, lunch boxes, bags, etc.
Fun Items:
books, Bibles, play doh, puzzles, games, wallets, purses, art supplies, journals, stuffed animals, puzzle books (crossword, Sudoku), barbies, baby dolls, baseball cards, balls, legos, matchbox cars, jewelry, watches, fun bags, luggage tags etc.
And of course… BACKPACKS!!!
* Packs of Hope are made for children babies through teens.
* We are asking that all items are brand new! These children have enough bruises they don’t need items with bruises. Thank you for understanding.
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