Make a Difference-

How to Raise Empathic Kids and Make a Difference in the Lives of Others

Donate Gently Used Clothing and Toys

Raising children is one of life's greatest miracles. But it's not cheap. Diapers, clothing, toys and books cost money. And there are many families who struggle to make ends meet.

Many community agencies help families by providing safe shelter and food, identifying affordable childcare, job opportunities, medical care, and parenting education classes. These agencies often gratefully accept donations of gently used clothing and supplies for the families they serve.

How can you make a difference? Donate gently used clothing and toys.

Ask your church or synagogue if they have congregants who can benefit from these donations. Or, call local agencies such as homeless shelters or domestic violence safe spaces, to see if they would welcome donations of gently used clothing and supplies.

Then, encourage your children to look in their closets for good quality clothing and toys that they don't use anymore, and bring them to community organizations who can distribute them to families in need. Or, create a flyer seeking donations and distribute them to your neighbors, co-workers and friends.

Make a difference in the lives of others by donating gently used clothing and teach your children the importance of charity and community service.

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