I just wanted to say to the 'first timers' that Ulrike, John, Anne, CJ, Laurie, Danielle - you all added a strong presence of true compassion and human spirit today ....YOU have made a difference in these people lives today, and in mine. Thank you for opening up your heart and for the gentle caring you have shown many of the people downtown today. Days like this remind us that we are indeed here to help take care of each other. Oddly enough we were all soaked with rain but somehow still smiling at the end of the day.... Amazing people - Great trip everyone! Now if I can just figure out how to make a living doing this every day~ hmmm =)
Here is a bit more about what we do:
It is said that true compassion is doing something for another who cannot do anything for you~
What is it?
We
take items that you no longer need and give them directly to
the people who can most benefit from them – on the streets and in
shelters. We also take yummy sandwiches
& nourishing treats to help with hunger pains.
How do we do it?
We pick up seasonal used
clothing, hygiene products, linens and take them directly to the people on the
streets 4 times per year.
How can I help?
You clear your clutter, give it a second
life and call us to pick it up~ It’s Easy!
What We Collect
Women’s, Men’s and Kid’s Items:
All sizes SEASONAL clothes:
v Layered shirts, (i.e. tank tops, long
sleeved shirts and heavier pullovers), pants (jeans and dark colours) heavy
cotton, sweaters, jackets, gloves, toques, shoes, runners, boots, belts.
v New undergarments, socks, belts etc.
v Bras, socks, new undergarments, etc.
v Non-electronic games and toys.
v Books, arts and craft items etc.
Plus: Basic hygiene products,
toothpaste/brushes, soap, hand sanitizers, shampoos, deodorants, hairbrushes,
hairclips, razors, Q-tips, Band-Aids, toenail clippers, feminine and
incontinence products, etc.
Miscellaneous Items:
v Sleeping bags, bed linens, towels/facecloths.
v Backpacks spill proof water bottles/coffee mugs.
v Gift cards (i.e. Grocery stores, Phone cards etc.)
Please contact us for a more detailed list~
“We would all like to think that if we ever needed it, someone would help us…”
