Keepsacks for Kids is approaching quickly! On October 18, AmeriCorps members will join forces with those in the community for the projects FIFTEENTH year. Our goal is to make 1,000 blankets and 1,000 hygiene kits to then deliver to 30 different shelters in the tri-county area. If you would like to help we are still in need of plenty of donations!
Fleece blankets come in two sizes, 1.5 yards or 2 yards depending on child or adult and then is fringed and tied to be delivered. We are collecting donations of fleece (uncut and untied), blankets that have already been made, or monetary donations to go and buy the fleece.
Hygiene kits are going to kids, teens, and adults both male and female. These will be filled with toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, 2 in 1 shampoos, body wash, soap, combs, brushes, feminine hygiene products, band-aids, and other items that are often needed. We are accepting any of these items, along with monetary donations, and tube socks that double as bags for the items.
If you have any questions or you would like to help, please contact either Natalie or Rebecca.
Natalie S.
nsalawage@chail.org
309-687-7428
Rebecca I.
rimpens@chail.org
309-687-7422
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