Mittens for Homeless Men

Clapping for mittens!  Thank you Erika H for this thoughtful and much needed donation of mittens.  I copped the picture, I believe in such a way you can't read the label, but surely appreciate Erika adding a tag/label with name size etc.  These nice large warm mittens will be perfect for the men folk.  These are large enough they may even be able to wear a pair underneath for the bitter cold months.

Thank you Erika, please keep up the good work, look forward to seeing you here often on Bridge and Beyond.  Welcome to the group, we're thrilled to have you join us.

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 728
Scarves: 369
Socks: 187
Afghans: 18
Slippers: 86
Rain Ponchos: 61
Mittens & Gloves:79+1=80
Wrist Warmers/Fingerless gloves: 4
Cotton Washcloths: 309
Misc. (Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, cowls/mobius,  and Shrugs etc.) aren't tabulated.
Personal Care Items: Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, cream, hand warmers, lipbalm, floss, soap, shaving cream, razors etc aren't tabulated.

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Bridge and Beyond serves people here in Central Ohio, primarily Franklin County; but the problem of cold, hungry homeless people in need is one that reaches every state.  Perhaps it's less cold in some areas, perhaps it's easier to live on the street in more temperate climates; but still it's an issue.

Our voices need to be heard.

Saw this on Facebook and wanted to share.  Perhaps we have a duty folks to write letters, sign petitions, make phone calls to let our voices be heard that arresting kind caring people, like this 90 year old man and minsters who are in fact doing good is WRONG! Breaking the law because you're feeding hungry people in need means the law needs to be changed.   Is this going on in your city?  Let your voices be heard, talk about these injustices.

Helping Children in Need

Pretty yellow daffodils from the yard, it only it were that time of year again and we had the rest of spring and summer ahead of us, instead of cold, wet, fall upon us with winter looming it's dark ugly head so near.  With each passing year I dread more and more to see fall come and begin counting the days til Spring.  And of course it is during this time, we think more about those living in the elments, those without a roof over their heads, those less fortunate then we are.  

It becomes increasingly more important that we knit, crochet, loom and donate to those who need us.  Men, Women, and Children on the streets, in the shelters, some barely above the streets and shelters.  Our hats, scarves, mittens, slippers, socks and personal care items do make a difference.

For children, it helps them get through the day at school.  It helps them be able to go outside with the friends at recess, to not appear so different.

We distribute our hand made items to several schools in the area near the Bridge Folks and several shelters with the help of Lynn and her husband.  Highland Elementary School is one of those we've donated to.  This is a lovely response from the school for recent donation I wanted to share with you all.........and to add my thanks to hers for all you all do. (this is a copy and paste of her email)

Good Afternoon, Ms. Holladay,

I apologize for not sending this earlier.  I personally want to thank you and extend my appreciation for your wonderful gifts.  I'm sure that the children will love them.  Highland, children has such a great need and these items couldn't have come at a better time, being that the weather is changing so swiftly.  

Once. again, I thank you for your wonderfully, hand-crafted gifts, that was created with love, for our children.

Ms. Lynn Graves

Secretary, 

Highland Elementary School

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.