I have a child who was just returned home to biomother. This family has endured tremendous loss as a 2-month-old died and biofather had to move out of the home. Biomother has several appointment's each week for herself and the child. Biomother works but with the loss of dad's income she could use a gas card to assist with all the appointments.

We are reaching out to the amazing CarePortal Community with a request to support three children and their single foster mom. On Friday, our foster mom said yes to a sibling group of three. They were at her home within a couple of hours with very few belongings of their own and by the next day it was clear that the children had come to the home with lice and severely matted hair. The foster mom sprung into action but was met with some astronomical fees that she was not anticipating. We are estimating that each child's (3 total) treatment and evaluation of lice will cost about $270 each and with three children it would be an incredible blessing to come along side this mom and lessen that burden. If you can contribute any amount to these kids and the foster mom who has truly stepped up in so many ways to keep these kids together AND get them the care they need it would be greatly appreciated!

We have a sibling group we have worked with for years and who could desperately use new shoes. Many of their shoes are old or have holes, which hasn't fared well for them with the weather this winter. We would like to gift them new shoes for the Holidays and to ensure they have comfortable and protective footwear for the upcoming months. I have all 5 sizes for the youth if there is a donor who is gracious enough to purchase or make a monetary donation for us to purchase. Thank you so much!

The family has been involved with The Department for an extended period of time due to multiple concerns. Mom lost her job several months ago and was receiving assistance and took some time off to focus on the children's mental health. There is a significant history of trauma and mental health with Mom and she is very overwhelmed. She has been the victim of DV and recently made a very positive decision to send all but one of her children to other family members to allow herself to focus on getting things in order for herself. They live in a duplex and when the neighbors secured services to eliminate roaches in their home, the insects moved into the family's home and this has been a long standing struggle with the landlord to remedy. Mom has been working very hard to clean up the home, however, with lack of resources this continues to prove a difficult task. The family is in need of cleaning supplies including beach, general cleaning sprays and disinfectants, trash bags, a mop and bucket, kitchen trash can, cleaning sponges or rags, ect.

Our client is a single disabled mother of a teen boy who unfortunately has recently been involved in the juvenile delinquent system. Due to moms disability she's unable to work. The family is in need of winter coats and boots. XL Boys coat, XL womens coat and winter boots for the family

A mother would love to buy a Christmas present for her son, but her financial situation is making this nearly impossible. She is a cancer survivor, and residual effects of treatment has left her unable to work and critically low on funds. Her son lives with her husband, primarily, and understands his mother's situation. Because of this, the son does not want to put further burdens on his mother by asking for Christmas gifts. It's our hope that we can get a present for this mother's son, so that she can share love of Christmastime with him. The son would love two things for his room: a humidifier and a warm comforter. Any kind of humidifier would be great, and his bed is a queen size. If we were able to get these presents for him, it would mean the world to both the son and the mother, proving that their bond is still strong, despite difficult circumstances.

Family of 4, living in a car with 2 small children. Family was recently left homeless after job loss and lots of unexpected financial expenses. The family does not qualify for food assistance and is therefore experiencing food inconsistency. Family is desperate. Family will need help with hygiene, food and application fees while looking for a new place to live.

Navigator is working with a single mother of 2 boys who is currently struggling financially. Client needs coats, hats and gloves for her 2 sons. Gently used coats are acceptable or maybe gift cards to help the family purchase coats for the kids. The kids are in kids sizes 9 and 7. I believe these are size mediums.

Navigator is working with a single mother of 3 children. The family recently found housing after being homeless for months. The family is starting new and is in need of blankets, linens, pillows and household items. Navigator was able to get help with some full and twin size beds but is needing help supplying the family with other household items. Any and all help is appreciated.

The family is needing this for the safety in their home. They are also almost certified and need this to complete their home study. the family has 7 kids total and only the father works at this time 5lbs Fire Extinguisher

Teenage niece was recently placed with the family and the family missed current deadline for Christmas gift help. The youth this request will help enjoys art and and being creative. Youth is wanting a clay bead bracelet making kit and necklace kit off amazon. This will help the youth be able to have something productive to do on Christmas break.

I have a family that missed the timeframe for Christmas help. The youth this request will help has diagnosis of autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and a few others concerns. The family is wanting help with getting her items such as sensory bins and sensory items for bins, Kinetic sand, sound puzzles, playdoh, and play food and pots. She is 2years old. This will help take pressure off the family this holiday season. Anything will help.

This youth recently went to live with kin after her mother's unexpected passing. The family utilizes their fireplace/ stove to heat the house and is in need of some firewood for the season Firewood Firewood from anywhere

This family consist of a single mother caring for four children. The mother is struggling with some of the children's behaviors. The children have been sneaking out of the home at night. Mom is doing everything she can to get the behaviors under control with services such as therapy. The mom feels that something that could help ensure the children are staying at home and not sneaking out in the middle of the night is having chimes on all the doors and windows. The mother needs support in getting these chimes. There are at least three doors that need a chime and 6 windows that need chimes.

Single kinship mother lost her job a few days before two thirteen year old youths, a boy and a girl were placed in her care. She is the single parent of a thirteen year old daughter already. The kinship provider would appreciate help with any of the items below: The boy youth would really appreciate the following: Men's medium winter coat and hoodies Men's Medium shirts and sweatshirts Men's snow boots (size 10) and socks Men's small/ medium winter gloves Men's medium pajama pants The girl youth would benefit from the following: Women's medium winter coat , hoodies , T-shirt's and gloves Women's shoe - size 8.5 (snow boots and pair of everyday shoes) and socks Women's small- sweat pants or lounge/pajama pants The actual items or gifts cards for any of the items would be greatly appreciated.

Our client is a single father and has recently taken in his nephew and wife. The family is only able to afford a one bedroom apartment so they're sleeping on the floor. Father works two jobs to keep the bills paid, but has recently be out of work a lot due to his son being shot. They really need assistance with beds and bedding to get proper sleep and for his son to recover. futon, Queen/King Air mattress, Full set bedding(King size) x 2, Pillows(king size) x4

Mother has 4 children ages 9-2 and currently pregnant she is asking for help with a gift card to buy food and other house hold items needed in the home. Mom is currently unemployed and looking for employment.

Toddler classes, 2 year old classes, 3 year old classes, 4 year old classes We teach a Christian curriculum and it requests a nativity set for each classroom. We need 5 nativity sets. Amazon has sets for $28.99 Fisherprice Little People Toddler play set.

Lionheart children who accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. We would love to give them a children's Bible. We have had 5 children in the past 10 months accept Jesus. We would like to request for 12 Children's Bibles NIRV or NIV, and one adult Bible. NIV New Adventure Bible for Early Readers- Lion on the front. Zonderkids ISBN 978-0-310-76139-6 But, any Children's Bible NIV would be fine if you can find a deal. Amazon Link

This kiddo is so awesome. He recently lost his father unexpectedly and has been placed in kinship care. The providers are so amazing as well. This kiddo is super active and loves to play and do anything to move his body. He would love to have a bike to cruise around and keep himself active Youth Bicycle for tall 8 year old boy, one with room for growth!