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Seasonal giving

Summer fun

Children in our programs most often attend public school with summer breaks. Especially for those living outside our residential facilities, finding ways to meaningfully and safely spend school days over the summer can be a challenge.

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Summer needs

Help create a summer full of possibility

Our top summer needs are organized below. Donors can shop locally or use Maryhurst’s Amazon list to send items directly.

Art Supplies

  • Construction paper
  • Cardstock
  • Paint
  • Paint brushes
  • Stickers
  • Glue
  • Googly eyes
  • Kid scissors
  • Roll butcher paper
  • Pipe cleaners

Outdoor Supplies

  • Balls (tennis, soccer, football)
  • Chalk
  • Bubbles
  • One-piece bathing suits (sizes M–2XL)
  • Hula hoops
  • Water activities
  • Fishing supplies
  • Frisbees
  • Jump rope

Other Activities

  • Flash cards
  • Summer clothing (sizes M–2XL)
  • Activity books
  • Playdough
  • Silly Putty
  • Stress balls
  • Yoga pretzels
  • Card games (Uno, Spot It, Go Fish)
  • Fidgets
  • Puzzles

Questions or ready to help?

Connect with our donation team

For more information, please contact Christella Philippe at 502.271.4526 x526 or cphilippe@maryhurst.org.

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