The babies need
- diapers in sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6,
- pull-ups,
- wipes, and
- baby carriers that have been gently used and are clean.
The children need
- spring clothes in sizes 2T- 5T that are clean, have been gently used, and have no stains or tears (no snow boots, heavy coats, or other winter clothing),
- rain boots,
- rain coats, and
- children's umbrellas.
The shelter accepts donations seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It's located at 385 McDonald Avenue, between Albemarle Road and Church Avenue, in Kensington (across from Foodtown).
Donations can also be shipped to
Kensington Family ShelterIn addition to donating diapers as an individual, you might also want to join forces with other people by organizing diaper drives in schools, scout troops, parent groups, faith organizations, neighborhood associations, etc.
Attention: Uniquia Parker
385 McDonald Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11218
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Neighborhood residents Catherine and Tracy maintain a mailing list to let subscribers know what the sheltered families needs are; they also announce opportunities for volunteers to assist in celebrating holidays and other events.
To join the mailing list and receive approximately one e-mail a month, send an e-mail to Catherine and Tracy at givemeshelterBK @ gmail.com.