For a family living on the edge of homelessness, the cost of household items can be a huge obstacle. You can help by hosting a drive for needed items. Housing Families has two main drives each year – our annual Backpack Drive that collects backpacks and school supplies for the children in our programs and our annual Gift Drive which allows families to “shop” for gifts for their children during the holiday and for birthdays throughout the year.
In the past, individuals and organizations have held their own drives to provide cleaning supplies, diapers, linens (twin or double bed sheets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc.), household goods (pots and pans, plates, flatware, etc.), fans to help families stay cool in the summer, and even art supplies for our GREAT Youth and Family Program.
If you are interested in participating in an event or hosting a drive for Housing Families, contact communications@housingfamilies.org.