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About 10 pair of sneakers, 10 pair of flip flops, assorted girls dresses, jeans for boys and girls, t shirts for boys and girls, lots of hair accessories for girls, half a dozen jump ropes, flash cards, couple bags of those balloons on a rubber band.... Only 33 pounds, so I can cram more in... Any thoughts?
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Maybe some hair accessories, combs, etc for the girls? Also what about some of the little paperback early readers (they're really light)? They are always a decent price at Goodwill where I live. Or how about craft supplies? They sell big bags of assorted crafting supplies at Target, Wal-Mart, Michael's, Hobby Lobby, etc.?
There are 10 cards or so of hair accessories in there... Some of them have a dozen hair clips on them, some are assorted beads, rubber bands and the like.. The reader thing is a good idea. I had looked at coloring books and things of that nature. There are a half dozen packages of flash cards in there, all number based (decided against any grammar or spelling based ones).
Maybe go to the dollar tree and get some items...either toiletries or more school supplies.
Great job. Where is exactly is St Anthony's located? I'd love to bring some supplies there myself. Even though I've been to negril more than 1/2 dozen times (I'm not exactly sure if its 7 or 8 times-blurry memories for some reason) I mostly smill about the beach but this would give me a good excuse to wander into town. Do you have any contact infomation if I have any other questions?
Thanks
How about a few soccer balls? We found some last trip that weren't inflated and came with a little pump...
Looks great btw - good on you :)
33 pounds and counting! Bring some children's underwear and socks. The kids always need that. School shoes--black sneakers work for boys--stuff a pair or two in that bag. How about a back pack or two? a few little battery operated calculators would be nice.
Soccer balls are nice and deflated don't take up much room. The problem with them is distribution. It's hard to give out 2 balls when 20 kids are there. We can use them as motivation though. We are implementing attendance prizes this year. Our Get Kids to School attendance this past year was 88.%--incredible for kids who two years ago were not going to school or only 2 or 3 days a week. This year we are shooting for over 90%
St. Anthony's Kitchen is sponsored by Mary Gate of Heaven Catholic Church (MGH) and the Franciscan Friars It is located on Nompriel Road (the main road to Savanna-la-mar) just beyond the Taxi Park and before Sweet Spice restaurant. it is open Monday through Friday. The ladies begin about 6:30 a.m.. During school kids get lunch starting at 7:00 a.m.. 40 t 0 50 kids stop by each morning. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (about 130/day). You can drop stuff off there any time. Get Kids to School is an outreach of the Kitchen. This past year we sponsored 40 children going to 9 different school (basic to high school). The duffel bag is bringing stuff for the kids mostly. We also have a thrift shop, Anthony's Annex. We welcome clothing and household items there too. MGH is located on Norman Manley Blvd. (The Beach Road) across from Coco La Palm. Items can be dropped off there too.
As for contact--how about me. I am the Franciscan pastor at MGH, Fr. Jim Bok, and the overseer of these things. Contact me at jimbok@franciscan.org or my cell (1-876-881-1763). Hope this info helps.
Much blessings to you, Hussyband!
WOW! Give thanks for yr generous spirit :)Quote:
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As you requested, Fr. Jim's post had a few more ideas for you...
Again many thanks!
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Thanks Father Jim. I'll start collecting items for my trip at the end of november
A question, would you rather we donate money, or the goods? Curious as to what your preference would be. Thanks
are adult clothes useful? i have some almost new clothes that i was going to give to the goodwill but they've closed the only store that i could get to.
I was thinking some more about this - what about chewable medications like baby Aspirin and the like? Also - I am thinking of bringing some matchbox cars and something similarly small for the girlies...I can't wait to see what your final weight is (assuming you've got 50lbs to work with) and what all you end up with! I won't have a ton of room since we're there for a short time and will only have carryons, but I suspect we'll pack them well with some goodies for the kiddos. :)
[QUOTE=Peregrine;103609]A question, would you rather we donate money, or the goods? Curious as to what your preference would be. Thanks[/QUOTE
Hello Peregrine,
Good question, but there's no simply yes or no answer..... St. Anthony's can always use both, money or goods... it's whatever YOU want to do as it's all appreciated :)
Give thanks!
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Hello jenB,Quote:
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Yes adult clothes are useful, not for the children of course but there are always adults who are in need and our program would certainly be able to make sure they get to those in need. Give thanks!
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Good morning nicole.edith,Quote:
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BIG thanks for anything you bring for the children! ALL is appreciated :) Yes baby aspirin can be used for sure!
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I encourage anyone I meet heading to Negril to Volunteer. Although you are trying to enjoy a vacation it will only take a couple hours out of your vacation to help set up for lunch, sweep floors, organize the stock room, learn how to cook Jamaican food correctly from the 3 ladies. The kids will sit around with you and tell you about school, sports, and jokes. Best part of our vacation in June.
My wife and I and 2 friends will be heading back to Negril the last week of March 2014. The list posted awhile back really helped narrow things needed. Was wondering if we could get a top 10 item list?
Good morning jsteil,Quote:
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Thanks so much for your kind words! I agree, spending just a couple of hours out of your vacation to help at the Kitchen is very rewarding :) I will speak with Fr. Jim about a top 10 item list and get back to you.
Have a blessed day!
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My thoughts exactly...........The experience of volunteering at St. Anthony's for one day of our July vacation was the highlight of our trip...........We'll be back in Feb. 2014 to volunteer for a week.............can't wait to see my friends at St. Anthony's!!!Quote:
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Good evening jsteil,Quote:
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We haven't forgotten your request for a Top 10 List. Hoping to have that for you and others soon. Thank you for your patience.
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