Basic household necessities and toiletries requested to support those transitioning out of homelessness
During a year that has been extremely difficult on many families, Connex Credit Union (212 Boston Post Road, Orange) is partnering with Christian Community Action to support those in need this holiday season. From now through Wednesday, Dec. 23, the credit union will be collecting donations of basic household items to help homeless families transition into new apartments at Hillside Family Center in New Haven.
Collection bins will be stationed inside the credit union branch and anyone can participate. You do not need to be a member of the credit union to contribute.
In addition to monetary and gift card donations, the following items are requested:
Kitchen/Pantry
- Dishes
- Glasses
- Flatware
- Pots/Pans
- Dish Soap
- Laundry Detergent
- Mops/Cleaning Supplies
Toys
- Children’s Books
- Action Figures & Dolls
- Board Games and Card Games (Ages 3-12)
- Coloring Books and Crayons
- Arts & Crafts (Ages 5-10)
Bedroom
- Pillows
- Comforter Sets (Full/Twin)
- Extra Sheets and Pillowcases
- Socks
Bathroom
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Body Wash/Soap
- Towels/Washcloths
Additional details and a complete wish list can be found at bit.ly/ConnexHolidayDrive (case-sensitive).
Christian Community Action is a 501(c)3 non-profit providing emergency housing, food, and a variety of other support services to families that are homeless, or at risk of homelessness. You can learn more at ccahelping.org.
For more information about Connex and its ConnexCares charitable program, or to view a full list of locations, please visit connexcu.org.