Without the generous support of individuals, corporations, foundations and community groups, CARES Northwest would not be able to provide medically based, child abuse interventions to every child who needs one.
That's where you come in, join us in the effort to end child abuse — click here to make a secure online donation
Or mail your donation to:
CARES Northwest
Attention: Development Office
2800 N. Vancouver Avenue, Suite 201
Portland, Oregon 97227
Wish List
Here are the types of donated items CARES Northwest needs on a daily basis:
Toiletries Travel Size: Shampoo, Conditioner, Lotions, Soaps and Deodorant, Combs, Brushes, Chapstick, Toothpaste & Toothbrushes, Hair Clips or Hair Bands, Washcloths
New Clothing for Children of all Sizes
Sweatpants, Hoodies, Socks and Underwear for boys and girls of all sizes.
Gift Cards: For local stores, to buy prescriptions, food, clothing and toiletries.
Quilts, Blankets, and Stuffed Animals Provide new quilts, blankets or stuffed animals for children seen at CARES Northwest.
Waiting Room Toys/Games: Candyland, Guess Who?, Uno, Dollhouse, Art Sets, Plastic Food for Play Kitchen
Volunteer
Child/Family Support Volunteer — Entertain, supervise and keep children company in the waiting area and assist the family with completion of forms, as needed.
Administrative Support Volunteer — Provide basic administrative/clerical support. These positions do not have direct contact with children or families served at CARES Northwest. Work shifts are flexible and time limited.
Quilt Luncheon — Serve on the committee for this annual holiday event featuring beautiful hand-made quilts for raffle and auction.
Special Projects — Use your special talents or skills to help CARES Northwest. Opportunities include website design, database development, and various one-time office projects. Do you have a special skill or interest? Let us know and we’ll try to match you up with our list of special project needs.
Resource Development Board — Members take an active role in all fundraising and community relations efforts.
Produce an event or activity in your club, school, church or group to benefit the children — CARES Northwest benefits from the support of several groups in the community who produce classic car shows, luncheons, musical events and other activities to raise funds.
For information on these and other volunteer activities, contact Debby Kernan or Liz Burns at 503-276-9000 |
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