One of the most pressing needs for foster children is a reliable form of transportation for their belongings. Many children who enter foster care are forced to pack their clothes and belongings in trash bags. This can be a traumatic experience and negatively impact their self-esteem.
Donating new or gently used duffel bags, backpacks, and suitcases can help provide these children with a sense of dignity and self-worth during a difficult time.
There are many organizations that accept donations of duffel bags, backpacks, and suitcases for foster children. Donations of duffel bags with overnight necessities and comfort items for kids and teens entering care help them cope with the unexpected. Donating luggage to foster care organizations in your area can make a big difference in the lives of these children.
Individual donations of comfort kits, which is a bag filled with comfort and personal care items for children who are entering the foster care system. These kits can include items such as stuffed animals, blankets, pillows, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, brushes, shampoo, conditioner and deodorant.