For the past four years or so, I've been driving the same routes around the University of Memphis. Down Highland and back for classes, local bars, coffee shops, and the dreaded trips to the gas pump. What I always cruised right by and never thought twice about until recently was this little building between the. It is the YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association).
"The Young Women’s Christian Association is a women’s membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values.
Strengthened by diversity, the association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision: peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.
The association will thrust its collective power toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary."
"The Young Women’s Christian Association is a women’s membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values.
Strengthened by diversity, the association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision: peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.
The association will thrust its collective power toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary."
from www.memphisywca.com
I want to help.
So, I wanted to post their wish list. Reading over this list, as simply an act as it is, can be incredibly humbling as a woman. Items I walk to my bathroom or make a short trip to the store for are things that many women in MY community don't have access to.
Take a second to look at this list. If you're in Memphis, consider making a donation and let us know about it! If you're not local, I hope you'll do some research on shelters in your community and give them a call to see what items they need. Or, if you want to help me contribute to the women in Memphis, take a look at some of my paintings under the "art" tab above!
Thank you for your interest
in donating items to the women and children residing in our shelter
program. Below is a list of items
that the shelter and residents could benefit from. When families enter the shelter, they generally come with
very little. We would like to
ensure that every child receives a toy as they enter the shelter. Additionally, our shelter is a
violence-free environment; therefore, we request that no toy guns or toys of a
violent nature are donated.
Currently, we so not have a need for clothing items other than those
listed below as our clothes closet is full. THANK YOU FOR YOUR
SUPPORT!!!!
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ABUSED WOMEN’S
SERVICES
Emergency Shelter
Shelter Wish List
Thank you for your interest
in donating items to the women and children residing in our shelter
program. Below is a list of items
that the shelter and residents could benefit from. When families enter the shelter, they generally come with
very little. We would like to
ensure that every child receives a toy as they enter the shelter. Additionally, our shelter is a
violence-free environment; therefore, we request that no toy guns or toys of a
violent nature are donated.
Currently, we so not have a need for clothing items other than those
listed below as our clothes closet is full. THANK YOU FOR YOUR
SUPPORT!!!!
Please deliver donations to 766 S. Highland or call Kathy at 323-2211
for directions.
Items for shelter:
Umbrellas
Batteries (All
sizes)
Flashlights
Pots and pans
Cooking/eating utensils
Tool set
Towels (bath and
face)
Twin sheet sets
Pillows
Blankets
Twin mattress covers
Standard pillow covers
Dish towels
Dining room chairs
Microwave
Refrigerator
Chest freezer
Living room set (sofa,
love seat and chair)
Toilet tissue
Paper towels
Facial tissue
Dish washing liquid
Cleaning supplies
Bleach
Light bulbs
Laundry detergent
Irons
Items for women:
Handbags
Wallets
Jewelry
Watches
Perfume
Gowns/pajamas
Slippers
Robes
Hosiery
Socks
New panties (all
sizes
especially plus
sizes)
New bras (all sizes
especially
plus sizes)
Perm kits (African-American
hair texture)
Hair coloring
Feminine hygiene products
Journals
Day planners
Disposable cameras
Phone cards
Movies (VHS) for
adults
(Non-violent content)
Tooth paste
Bubble bath
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Appeal
Items for children:
Toys (for all ages)
Books (for all ages)
(English &
Spanish Languages)
Dolls
Cars and trucks
“Dress up” jewelry/clothing
Video games
Children’s videos (English
&
Spanish Languages)
Footballs/basketballs
Portable cassette/compact disc
players
Child seats (for the car)
School uniforms
Backpacks
Diapers (all sizes)
Baby wipes
New sippy
cups/pacifiers/bottles
New children’s underwear (all sizes)
New socks (all sizes)
Slippers
Robes
Pajamas
Strollers
Potty Seats
Food Items:
Canned meat (tuna, salmon, etc.)
Canned vegetables (corn, peas, etc.)
Dry goods (beans, etc.)
Sugar
Juice boxes
School Supplies
Notebooks
Pencils
Crayons
Folders
Pencil Sharpeners
Pencil Box
Backpacks
White Loose leaf paper
Rulers
Dictionaries
Calculators
Lunchboxes
Small assignment notebooks
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