Description of the Need

A devoted mother works tirelessly to rebuild her life after being reunited with her three children. She is overcoming financial hardships while staying committed to the safety of her children, completing required programs, maintaining stable employment, and keeping her home ready for her children. As part of her progress, her younger children now have been returned to her home, but the home lacks essential furniture to sit and sleep comfortably. She urgently needs: • • Two double bunk beds • Mattresses and bedding • Dressers Any help, big or small, will bring her one step closer to providing a stable and loving home for her children. If you can contribute in any way, it would mean the world to this mother and her family. Thank you for your kindness and support.

I Am Next is a non-profit organization in Nashville working with youth aging out of foster care to provide housing and support.

Hygiene items

1. Body Wash
2. Bar soap
3. Hair care and cleansing products for caucasian and ethnic hair
4. Feminine cleansing wash
5. Deodorant
6. Razors
7. Toothpaste and toothbrushes
8. Hairbrushes and combs
9. Hand soaps
10. Towels
11. Washcloths

The spirit of the holidays is about giving, and this July, we’re celebrating the season early by collecting gifts and essentials for families in need. Many families struggle during the holiday season, and by giving now, we can ensure that they have a joyful and meaningful holiday when it arrives. We’re collecting holiday gifts, supplies, and essentials to help make this season special for those who need it most. Your donation today will bring joy to families, spreading love and cheer long before the holiday season. 💖 How you can help: • Donate holiday gifts for all ages (0-100) such as toys, gift cards, science kits, family games, kitchen essentials, and electronics (ex: speakers and ear buds). • Monetary donations to help us purchase additional gifts and supplies for families in need. • Share with friends and family to help spread the word and encourage others to give this summer. • Volunteer your time at our Winter Wonderland gift shop on December 13th, 2025. Every donation, no matter the size, helps bring the magic of the holidays to families who are struggling and ensures that no one is left out of the joy of the season. Let’s make the holidays special—together!

The referred family is requesting assistance obtaining twin size bed for their child. The resource parent’s granddaughter is a 15-year-old with an intellectual disability. The resource parents care for her granddaughter on a permanent basis and is in the process of adopting her. The resource parent is attentive to her granddaughters needs and expresses her joy in caring for her. The resource parent is on a limited income and is an urgent need of a twin size bed for her granddaughter. The resource parent resides in a studio apartment with her granddaughter and is kindly request these items to continue proving a comfortable and adequate home environment. The family would appreciate any help and want to explore all the options to make the child as comfortable as possible at home.

A youth is placed with his grandmother and they need groceries for the weekend. She had an appointment with the food bank and missed the appointment because her ride canceled last minute. The Department is going to help her apply for SNAP benefits also. They need groceries and not a gift card.

A blessed opportunity to help a young, Christian family make it through a very difficult time in the heat of summer. A mother and father trying to secure a roof over their young children and feed their family. Tragically, the mother just lost her baby during delivery; father had to take time off from work to take care of her. He is back working but they are behind a few paychecks.

They need help to stay in a hotel for 2 weeks while they save money to rent an apartment (the apartment isn't ready yet). They could also use help with essentials and food.

If we can help them now, it will stabilize their income and resources for the future.

A family recently had to flee their family home and move into an apartment to escape domestic violence. They are starting over and need basic cleaning items, household items, toiletries, and grocery items. A Walmart gift card would greatly assist this family. Any donation is appreciated.

Single mother is in the process of moving into more affordable housing and working to improve her financial situation. She is experiencing major health issues which make it difficult for her to work and support her middle school aged daughter. She could use some help with some utility bills this month.

We currently are fostering 3 children and want to continue to make their experience meaningful. We have a 12 year old girl who could use some basketball shoes (size 7.5) and probably extra socks. We also have a sibling set ( girl 2, boy 1) who could use some pajamas. She wears 3T and he’s in 18month. Diapers and wipes are always needed. Thank you so much!

There is a single mom within our community who is in great need of assistance. She has two little children (girl -2, boy-1) and is expected to deliver her 3rd child. She has no items for the baby which is expected to be delivered in 1 week. We are trying to provide her with love and support during this crises. Any assistance you can provide will be greatly appreciated. She is in need of an infant carseat, crib/bassinette/playyard, wipes, diapers, clothing for newborn girl (sleepers/onesies), receiving blankets, bottles,(carseat stroller). Please pray for this mom and her children.