Holiday Helpers Small ways you can make a BIG impact in the lives of local children this holiday season
You Matter
At EBC, the holiday season is a time for both celebration and deep reflection. We celebrate you, our amazing donors who gather holiday items so children can have not only the basic wintertime necessities such as warm coats and blankets, but also those extra special items that make the holidays extraordinary - like a new toy or a fancy dress. We reflect because the holidays are a time when we see requests for our services rise. During these cold winter months, the true magnitude of those in need in our local community becomes more evident. In light of that, the message we hope to share with you this holiday season is your donations truly matter! collected for EBC will be given directly, and immediately, to children Host a Holiday Drive Items who need them this winter.
Fun Ideas for A Holiday Drive:
Host a collection bin at your organization to collect high-needs items such as diapers to keep newborn babies dry or coats and long pants to keep kids warm during the chilly season. Create a fun and friendly competition to see who can collect the most items. Host a Holiday Giving Tree where staff, members, customers, etc. can choose a high-needs item or a special holiday item to donate to one of our 500+ weekly clients. Request donations in lieu of traditional holiday gifts at this year’s holiday event. Contact Cori at communityhelpers@babycorner.org to plan your drive.
Volunteer your time - as a group or individual The time you spend volunteering at the EBC hub this holiday season will have a real impact on the children in our community.
Come together as an organization this holiday season by volunteering as a group. Gather your employees, members, clients and friends and help EBC fill some of the 1,000+ orders we receive each week. To volunteer, please visit www.babycorner.org/volunteer-time. For groups of four or more, email volunteer@babycorner.org.
Donate an end-of-year gift - to help make 2015 our best year yet
The money you donate will be used to purchase the absolute essentials (such as food, formula, diapers, car seats, and portacribs) that we know children need, but in-kind donations cannot cover. No matter how large or small, your donations will help us meet our mission of helping kids thrive. Donate at www.babycorner.org/donate-money/ or call Helen Banks Routon at 425-865-0234 ext. 701.
Have your own ideas on how to be a Holiday Helper?
We welcome any ideas you have on how to help local kids this holiday season. Contact us at communityhelpers@ babycorner.org or call 425-865-0234.