Filling backpacks with supplies for kids in need through our ministry partner in Kentucky.
To identify the age and gender intended for each backpack, using the following color chart to tie a ribbon for gender and for age on the outside of the bag.
GENDER:
Boy = Blue
Girl = Pink
AGE:
2-3 years old = Purple
4-7 years old = Yellow
8-10 years old = Green
11-14 years old = Red
15-17 years old = White
Supplies for Backpacks
Always include a copy of the Christmas story
TOYS
(at least 1 item)
- small cars
- balls
- dolls
- stuffed animals
- kazoos
- harmonicas
- yo-yos
- jump ropes
- sidewalk chalk
- small Etch-a-Sketch®
- toys that light up/make noise*
- Slinky®
- Frisbee
- Card games (Ol’ Maid, Go Fish, etc.)
HYGIENE ITEMS
(at least 2 items)
- toothbrush and toothpaste
- mild bar soap (boxed and in a plastic bag)
- shampoo (securely sealed and in a plastic bag)
- hairbrush/comb
- hair accessories (hair ties, barrettes, hair clips, etc.)
- washcloth
OTHER ITEMS
(at least 2 items)
- Children’s/Teen Bible (KJV, God’s Word, or CSB version)
- age-appropriate Christian books
- sunglasses
- toy jewelry
- watches
- flashlights*
FOOD
(at least 2 items)
- canned food items with pop-tops (anything that doesn’t require a can opener, no plastic containers)
- protein bars
- hard candy/lollipops** (no chocolate)
- mints/gum
CLOTHING***
(at least 2 items)
- t-shirts
- underwear
- socks
- warm hat
- gloves
- scarf
- ball cap
- fleece pull-over
- warm outerwear
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
School supplies are welcome, but not all sites need school supplies. Please check with Debbie or Tony Treadwell to determine what school supplies are needed. If purchasing school supplies, be sure to keep these age-appropriate.
Additional ideas for older kids (11-17 years old)
GIRLS:
- lip gloss
- costume jewelry
- scarves
- friendship bracelets
- craft kits
- journals
- fun socks/slippers
- doodle books
- Spirograph kit
- feminine hygiene products
BOYS:
- LEGOS®
- card games
- hand-held electronic games
- flashlights*
- basketball
- soccer ball
- NERF™ football
*Please include extra batteries and keep them in their original container.
**Double-bag all loose and hard candy.
***All clothing items must be new with tags and original packing.
Please do not include any food items with peanut butter/nuts, are perishable, or can be easily crushed/opened while in transit. Please do not include any knives.