"Because of the recent opioid epidemic, many children are being placed with family members who may not be financially prepared to raise them," Christie said. "This puts an added burden on already struggling families. Thankfully, through the generosity of our donors, we are able to step up and help these families accept these children. In the end, it's about the families and the children."
Here’s what they need:
- Diapers size newborn, 2, 5, 6
- Gerber Formula, powder all types
- Sippy cups
- Bottles
- Toddler-size clothes and pajamas
- Baby bath, shampoo, wash
- Pack-n-Plays
- Cribs, no drop sides
- High chairs
- Infant and toddler socks and underwear
- Gift cards or monetary donations
All donations are tax-deductible. Items can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays at 425 N. Findlay St., Dayton. A pick-up service is also available. Contact Vicki Marshall at (937) 461-3625 for more information.
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Kim Schinder, president of Blue Star Mothers, Miami Valley Chapter No. 3, wrote to say there were many bags and boxes filled with items for their shelves —all of which came as a result of a recent column. “We even received a donation from one of my childhood friends who read the article,” Kim adds. ” She was surprised to see my name mentioned and called me to pick up the items and a check.”
Each week Meredith Moss writes about the non-profit organizations in our area and their specific needs. At its recent Human Rights Celebration, Dayton Church Women United honored Meredith and the column with its Human Rights Award.
If your organization would like to be featured in Make a Difference, contact Meredith at MMoss@coxohio.com
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