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Clothing:
The community has been generous in donating used clothing. Our
volunteers sort through the clothing to make sure the clothes
are seasonal, clean and in good condition. Extra clothes are
given to various mission projects. Over 5100 articles of clothing
were given out in 2010. Back
to School: The goal is to provide each child that qualifies
with appropriate school supplies. In addition, each child receives
a new shirt, underwear, socks and a shoe voucher to Wal-Mart
to purchase new shoes. New or gently used back packs are also
offered. In 2010, 247 children were helped. Spring
Cleaning Baskets: Each April, our clients receive a
basket full of cleaning supplies. Many look forward to these
extra supplies that can not be purchased with food stamps. In
2010, 101 baskets were given out. Thanksgiving:
Families receive a box complete with everything needed for a
Thanksgiving meal. Often extra paper goods, breakfast foods
and even recipes are included. In 2010, over 16,000 lbs. of
food and 305 families were helped. Survival
Skills for Women: A nationally known 10 week program
to educate women to become independent. This program teaches
to them needed skills necessary to be self sufficient as ahead
of household homemaker and an employee. Program gives the women
a hand up and not a hand out. Christmas
Clothing: We provide the Amanda Strong project with
new sweat suits for all the children on their list. In 2010,
232 families that included 577 children were helped. Christmas
Toys: Open Doors also provides children of our clients
with a new Christmas gift toy. In 2010, 90 families and 216
children received gifts. Books
For Kids: Clients of Open Doors are unable to provide
their children with the luxury of books. We collect gently used
books and the children may select books at Open Doors, at the
Back to School Day give away or at the Thanksgiving pick-up.
Collection sites are at the Westfield library, Open Doors and
various churches. |
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