Year-round giving
Many times residents on our campus arrive with only a few items packed in a trash bag. Some come to Maryhurst with nothing at all.
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Why these items matter
As soon as a child arrives at Maryhurst’s campus, she receives a set of health and hygiene items, personal care products, and clothing. Entering residential care can be a difficult transition, and we do everything we can to make the experience of coming to Maryhurst comfortable and reassuring.
The items listed here are more than just living essentials—they represent ways for the children we serve to feel at ease, open to working together with our staff, and ready to begin overcoming their trauma.
Ongoing needs
Flexible support
Though we do our best to keep a basic wardrobe onsite for kids arriving at Maryhurst with no personal belongings, we often need to shop for items that meet individual needs in sizing and style. We can use $25 gift cards from the stores below.
Community outings are also an important part of personal development. Donated tickets and gift cards help ease the cost of these activities.
Time to be a kid
When children in our residential program aren’t at school or participating in designated therapeutic sessions, it’s important that they have a chance to relax and focus on being a kid. Our campus “boutique” lets children select items that fit their individual personality and tastes.
Plan for 15 when creating an activity basket.
Select a few teenage-appropriate DVDs, popcorn, and candy for a movie night.
Small pumpkins and painting supplies will create a fun autumn activity.
Select a teenage-appropriate book that each girl can read and discuss, plus hot chocolate and marshmallows.
Fill this basket with stickers, fun scrapbook paper, and other supplies for a scrapbook night.
Greeting card kits allow kids in our care to send cards to family and friends.
Supply the ingredients and utensils for cookies or brownies so the girls can learn about baking.
Select a few board games and snacks for a fun game night.
Before donating
Questions or ready to donate?
For more information, please contact Christella Philippe at 502.271.4526 or cphilippe@maryhurst.org.
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