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Give Carepacks to the Homeless


There are so many everyday accessories and toiletries we take for granted - toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant.

Imagine how you would feel if you didn't have access to these small things. Well, many people in your community can't afford these things. By donating even the smallest items to those who don't have them, you'll be providing someone with a greater sense of self-worth. Simple accessories you may take for granted could be greatly appreciated by those who are less fortunate. Maybe your support will open a door that will give that person a change to get a job or give them a fresh start to a new life.

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Pack toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, snacks, gloves and warm socks in backpacks and hand them out to the homeless in your city.

Keep It Simple

Donate toiletry items to your local homeless shelter.

Resources

  • GiveBackpacks.org is an organization dedicated to supporting the homeless population in Austin. Visit the organization's website for ideas on what items homeless are often in need of.
  • Visit the Homeless Shelter Directory to find a homeless shelter near you.

5 comments

  • Comment Link Andi Daisuki Monday, 21 November 2011 00:30 posted by Andi Daisuki

    Jordan Lowe has a great idea :D
    I'm going to speak about this with friends, and people at my school to start a drive for this, and many other things to help :D I'm thinkinng of starting a kindness group/club at school now :)

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  • Comment Link Jordan Lowe Thursday, 11 August 2011 22:53 posted by Jordan Lowe

    This is a great idea. Would have never thought of it. I am going to see if i can get some friends to help with this on a regular basis. Maybe set up some kind of donation drive for these items and have volunteers bag everything and give them out!

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  • Comment Link Jay Stone Tuesday, 12 July 2011 00:43 posted by Jay Stone

    You've no idea what this kind of stuff means to people in need. I've seen a lot of bad things in the world, and the people that are dedicated to this kind of thing make up for so much of that.

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  • Comment Link Jay Stone Tuesday, 12 July 2011 00:42 posted by Jay Stone

    You've no idea what this kind of stuff means to people in need. I've seen a lot of bad things in the world, and the people that are dedicated to this kind of thing make up for so much of that.

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  • Comment Link Box_of_Kindness Wednesday, 06 July 2011 09:15 posted by Box_of_Kindness

    Giving care packages is one of the most popular ways to be kind. Though this selfless act has been done several times before, you can never give out too many care packages!

    www.boxofkindness.com

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