We are looking forward to being able to help some people in our West Michigan community this winter. Join us NJHS Shoeboxes for the Homeless to support people at Mel Trotter. Shoeboxes can be made by individuals or families. Consider making this a Thanksgiving tradition. Shoeboxes are due Thursday, December 2.
Suggested Items:
Small toiletries: shampoo, deodorant, lotion, soap, toothpaste (note - travel sizes from hotels are perfect)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Chapstick
Wet Wipes
Washclot
Small disposable razors
Small combs
Refillable/collapsible water bottles
Small emergency/first aid kits (Band-Aids, Individual doses of Bactine, Neosporin, etc)
Small sewing kids
Small blankets
Socks
Hats
Gloves
Hand warmer packets
Gift cards for fast food
Non-perishable food in individual servings such as:
Small wrapped hard candies, gum, cough drops
Reusable grocery bags that fold up