Central Wesleyan Church

Our non-profit organization is once again taking part in the annual Back-to-School Drive in Ottawa County, a vital effort to ensure that children and families in our community have access to the essential school supplies they need to succeed.

We are reaching out in a time of great need. As the new school year approaches, we are seeing a growing number of families struggling to afford even the most basic educational materials. This year, more than ever, your support could make a meaningful difference in the lives of local students.

We would greatly appreciate any assistance you may be able to provide. Every donation helps us get closer to ensure that no child in our community is left behind due to lack of supplies.

Thank you for considering our request and for your continued commitment to supporting local families.

A family of six, one caregiver and five kids, have been displaced. All of her and her children's belongings are in two storage units, which are currently locked and she will lose if she does not make a payment ASAP. Step-mom plans to remove the items from the storage units once payments are made, so this will not be a reoccurring issue. An additional caregiver with employment will also be joining the household shortly. Please help this family not lose their belongings! Thank you.

We have a foster family that provided a home to two children last Friday for the weekend as the agency didn't have anywhere for the children to sleep and they were going to have to sleep in the office. It was found over the weekend that the children have lice, and they wet through pull-ups during the night. I would love to provide this family with a basket including maybe some extra laundry soap, paper plates, a gift card for pizza or just a few items to thank the family for going above and being in providing kind and loving care while these kids are in a hard spot. The family is continueing to care for the children past Monday as the agency is having a hard time finding a foster home to take them due to this lice. Because the children are already embarrased by the situation, a worker from Bethany will deliver the items. We are open to any suggestions of items, just want to acknowledge the family and thank them for going the extra mile and providing these girls a home.

This family has an infant in the home and are in need of a specific baby gate to fit in their home. The family has a set of stairs that are needed to be gated and their current baby gate does not correctly fit in the stairway. This will help allow the family to preserve placement and keep the child safe in the home.

Over two years ago a local family lost their home to a housefire. They were not adequately insured and have had unstable housing, moving around from motel to motel. The family of 6 currently resides in a motel. After the dad secured better, more consistent employment, the family has finally been able to sign a lease on a large apartment. The plan is for them to move in early June. The family lost most household items in the housefire that initially deemed them homeless. Due to a large security deposit and first months rent, which the family has saved for, they could really use some support furnishing the home. The family would be grateful with any new or gently used items to help furnish the home.

We are looking to find a piano keyboard for a 16-year-old youth, who is seeking a way to add some tools in his coping skills, as well as a way to connect with his family. This youth employs music and has verbalized that this addition would be a huge benefit to his mental health.

This family is in great need of items we were not able to provide via our school care services. The items are basic needs that will help them get through the school year and in to summer.

1 to 2 pair of each clothes item

Student 1 - girl 1 pair of Jeans - size 16 2 Shirts - medium 2 pair of underwear - size 12 2 pair of Socks - medium 1 pair of Shoes - 4 in adults

Student 2 - boy 1 pair of Jeans - size 30 2 Shirts 14-16 medium 2 pair of Underwear - medium 2 pair of Socks - large 1 pair of Shoes - 9 adults

Student 3 - girl 1 pair of Jeans - size 3 2 Shirts - medium 2 pair of Underwear - medium 2 pair of Socks medium 1 pair of Shoes 7 1/2

Student 4 - boy 1 pair of Jean - size 9 2 Shirts medium 2 pair Underwear medium boys Socks medium Shoes 6 1/2 kids

Student 5 - boy Jeans 6-7 Shirt small Underwear small Socks medium kids Shoes 13 k

5 month old - boy Jeans 3-6 months Shirts 3-6 months Diapers 2 Socks 6 to 12 months Shoes 6 to 12 months

Hygiene products for all kids/family Towels Rags