United Way of Central Indiana requests donations of baby items for families in need
CONTACT: Jessica Di Santo, Director of Communications
317-921-1224 (office)
317-292-5608 (cell)
jessica.disanto@uwci.org
“Community Baby Shower” on June 21 is a part of United Way’s Global Day of Action
INDIANAPOLIS – One in three American mothers struggles to provide the most essential items to their newborns. Diapers, wipes, clothing, burp cloths – these are the items that families need the most.
United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) is seeking donations of new baby items for a Community Baby Shower, as part of United Way Worldwide’s “Day of Action.” Individuals can drop off donations along Pennsylvania Street in front of Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Donations will be sorted by volunteers and will be distributed to United Way of Central Indiana partner agencies that support families in need: Catholic Charities, the Children’s Bureau, the Julian Center and Sheltering Wings.
Suggested donation items (new):
• Diapers – all sizes
• Diaper cream, baby powder, baby lotion and baby body wash
• Baby wipes
• Onesies – all sizes
• Burp cloths
Suggested donation items (new or gently used):
• Strollers
• Bouncy chairs
Volunteers also are needed for several shifts on Tuesday, June 21. For more information, go to http://www.uwci.org/events/community-baby-shower.
Each June, United Way Worldwide’s “Day of Action” is an invitation for people and organizations to take action to address a variety of community challenges.
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United Way of Central Indiana helps people learn more, earn more and lead safe and healthy lives. United Way gets things done by mobilizing people and community partners in six Central Indiana counties to identify, advance and advocate the best solutions. LIVE UNITED is a call to action for everyone to be part of the change.