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The department who is working with a potential adoptive family for a sibling group of 3 youth that are placed in a kinship home. This kinship provider is unable to provide groceries for the youth and her biological kids in the home. The family is looking for any assistance that can be provided. Thank you.

This need is for a 17 year old boy, living with his brother who is also young. Both of his parents are incarcerated. He has very little. He is asking for: Clothes; XL top, 34x34 pants Socks: size 10 Body wash Deodorant Shampoo Toothpaste Basic school supplies, backpack, calculator Gift cards would also be okay

Mother is in need of a cellphone with minutes. She is trying to move out of father’s home and recently lost her phone and her car broke down. Mother needs phone to keep in touch with DHS Caseworker and be able to connect to local resources. Mother has 4-year-old child.

A aunt and uncle took emergency placement of their 15 year old niece, 15 year old nephew and 6 year old nephew. Aunt and Uncle also have two children of their own. The family had to move unexpectedly and are now in a new apartment and in need of some furniture. They could benefit from three dressers so the children do not have to keep their clothes in bags. With 7 people in the 3 bedroom apartment, space is limited. The older two just celebrated birthdays in June and aunt and uncle did not budget to have to move and purchase new furniture. If this need is met the children will be able to have a place to put their items.

A 16-year-old young man is currently navigating one of the most difficult times of his life. For the first time, he has entered a residential treatment facility to receive intensive mental health support. This transition comes after a series of overwhelming events, including hospitalization and placement into foster care. This journey that has left him with nothing but the clothes on his back. He has lost all of his personal clothing during the moves, and now, at a time when he needs stability and dignity the most, he has no clothes of his own. A few changes of clean clothes, socks, underwear, and a hoodie can go a long way toward helping him feel human again. Having his own clothing would restore a sense of identity and normalcy while he works to heal. This young man is working hard to manage his emotions, participate in therapy, and imagine a better future. Community support in the form of clothing would not only meet a practical need, but also send a powerful message: you are not alone, and you are worth showing up for. If this need is met, it could make a big difference in his recovery journey. Something as basic as new clothing can provide comfort, confidence, and a feeling of being seen.

Mom is currently transient but has been very communicative with her team with the available resources she has. She is engaging as much as possible. Unfortunately, she needs help keeping her phone turned on so she can speak directly with her team and coordinate family time and services. She needs service to be successful with working towards reunification with her 4 month old son. A phone card would be incredibly helpful and so appreciated. Thank you for your generosity!

Male youth in need of summer clothes he is in a size 2T.

The family is also needing help with rental assistance for the month of July. All four of the children are all in the home with their mother. Mother has just started back working and has asked for assistance with her rent for this month to help her get back on track with her bills.

A devoted caregiver is caring for a 14 year old girl. We're hoping to find a generous donor willing to provide a Walmart gift card to help with groceries. With a family of four to support and no initial reimbursement received yet, this assistance would help bridge the gap and ensure the child’s immediate needs are met. We would appreciate any help! Thank you!

A Provider who has taken in her grandson is on low income and is in need of Diapers for the child. The provider has a strict income and is running out of diapers and does not have the funds to purchase more at this time until she gets paid. The provider is asking for size 3 diapers for the child or $100 Walmart gift card to help with purchasing diapers for the month. The provider is thankful for any help that is received. Thank you

I have a kinship foster family that has two young girls placed with them. It has brought to the caseworkers attention that the kinship foster family has faced some difficulty with maintenance around their home which has affected them financially. It was shared that these costs around there house has brought some stress and uncertainty with funds for other things - such as back to school shopping. It was shared that the girls start school early August and are in need of new clothes for school that fit them. It was shared that the completion of a care portal request to aid the family in back to school shopping will lessen the stress and financial burden that the family is facing and also allow the girls to feel confident and happy.

8 month old boy was returned to his mother early June. Mother has been working diligently to ensure all of his benefits are transferred to her. However, due to a system error, her food stamps was discontinued and will be paused until State IT can resolve the issue. Mother is a single parent that is working overnight shifts to ensure that her and her child's needs are met, but this is a huge burden for this mother. Father of the child is not involved. Mother does not have any other supports that can help with food. She will also be utilizing community food pantries to supplement as well. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

The 17-year-old female child in this home is about to enter her senior year of high school. She recently found her father deceased in his home and is going through mental health treatment for that incident and prior trauma. She has a history in the foster care system. She is trying to apply for jobs and create a sense of normalcy following that incident. She has inherited her father's vehicle, but her family has been unable to afford driver's training school in order for her to obtain her permit and/or license. We are hoping for monetary assistance or donation from a driving school that would allow her to receive classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction. This would greatly support her emotional well-being as she works through her grief process.