I will be donating ALL of the items purchased to distribute through the Warming Center or Brockville Streetfriends.
If you know of ANYONE who might be in need of basic hygiene supplies or winter essentials, please let us know! Thank you to EVERYONE who has given so far.
My name is Katie. Like many others in Brockville, it hurts me to see so many of our neighbours and community members in need. I have started this campaign to raise funds and create Dignity Kits to help provide some basic necessities to anyone who is displaced, down-and-out, low-income, or otherwise in need.
I was able to create and distribute 20 Dignity Kits on my own, but now I am asking for your support to help me create more. This campaign will allow us to purchase items at much lower than retail prices, which creates so much more value for your contribution!
DID YOU KNOW: Addiction is a MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE. One of the most common comments that I receive as feedback is that a number of the individuals in need of assistance are CHOOSING to remain in the situations they are in. While it may seem that way from afar, the truth is that the addiction and mental health disorders that are visible tend to conceal the invisible contributing factors that lead to those disorders in the first place.
I think many would agree that if everything else seems hopeless, any kind of escape is a respite.
First we must we address the underlying issues of food uncertainty and basic shelter and safety needs, only then can an individual seek treatment and assistance for mental health and addiction disorders.
"The primary factors that shape the health of Canadians are not medical treatments or lifestyle choices but rather the living conditions they experience. These conditions have come to be known as the social determinants of health." Mikkhonen & Raphael, Social Determinants of Health: The Canadian Facts.
Understanding the Relationship Between Poverty and Addiction
This campaign is designed to provide charities
across Canada with the items they need to help them create an impact
for their causes and their communities. All product prices include
shipping and applicable taxes. Once a donation is made for a
specific item the Unity Values will work with Kits for a Cause and
their procurement partners to ship the item directly to the cause
noted above. Cash donations will be subject to a standard 2.9%
credit card processing fee Unity Values does not keep a percentage
of the donation.
Wishes
- 8 granted
This 10 piece Hygiene Kit includes a comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shave cream, a razor, soap, shampoo, and a lotion. This is often the most requested item. Hygiene, COVID-19 Supplies
- 0 granted
- 20 remaining
Comfy high quality hooded sweatshirt or warm high quality zip hoody. Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
These gloves can be used for fall or mild winter temperatures or doubled up for colder days. Plus a pair of socks, with hand and foot warmers! Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
These warm slipper socks are the coziest gift to give someone! They also have grippers on the bottoms for safety. Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 5 granted
- 20 remaining
Socks that keep toes warm in the winter are hard to come by! These thermal socks are great quality and keep feet warm without being too bulky! Plus a pair of warm knit mitts! Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 0 granted
These sport socks are practical and an all-season option! Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
Good quality men's work sock, great for fall or winter. Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 3 granted
Pack of Tampons and pack of pads. Often a smaller pack is more accessible for women who are in precarious or more transient situations. It's not convenient to have a large box when moving from place to place. Hygiene, Feminine Hygiene
- 1 granted
5-pack of 3-ply face masks with a resealable bag. In many cases individuals in need do not have access to resources to wash masks properly, therefore disposable masks are the best option to staying safe from COVID-19! Hygiene, COVID-19 Supplies
- 5 granted
- 5 remaining
High quality, warm blanket in assorted colours. Winter Warmth, Bedding & Linen
- 5 granted
- 20 remaining
Warm Winter Toque, great fall hat too! Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
Warm winter scarf that can be used for men or women. European made. Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing
This Kit includes hand sanitizer gel, wet wipes, lip balm, a stress ball and pocket tissues!
Great for rainy days or Vancouver winters. Everyday Basics
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- 8 granted
This 10 piece Hygiene Kit includes a comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shave cream, a razor, soap, shampoo, and a lotion. This is often the most requested item. Hygiene, COVID-19 Supplies
- 0 granted
- 20 remaining
Comfy high quality hooded sweatshirt or warm high quality zip hoody. Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
These gloves can be used for fall or mild winter temperatures or doubled up for colder days. Plus a pair of socks, with hand and foot warmers! Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
These warm slipper socks are the coziest gift to give someone! They also have grippers on the bottoms for safety. Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 5 granted
- 20 remaining
Socks that keep toes warm in the winter are hard to come by! These thermal socks are great quality and keep feet warm without being too bulky! Plus a pair of warm knit mitts! Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 0 granted
These sport socks are practical and an all-season option! Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
Good quality men's work sock, great for fall or winter. Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing, Winter Warmth
- 3 granted
Pack of Tampons and pack of pads. Often a smaller pack is more accessible for women who are in precarious or more transient situations. It's not convenient to have a large box when moving from place to place. Hygiene, Feminine Hygiene
- 1 granted
5-pack of 3-ply face masks with a resealable bag. In many cases individuals in need do not have access to resources to wash masks properly, therefore disposable masks are the best option to staying safe from COVID-19! Hygiene, COVID-19 Supplies
- 5 granted
- 5 remaining
High quality, warm blanket in assorted colours. Winter Warmth, Bedding & Linen
- 5 granted
- 20 remaining
Warm Winter Toque, great fall hat too! Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing, Teen's Clothing
- 0 granted
- 25 remaining
Warm winter scarf that can be used for men or women. European made. Winter Warmth, Women's Clothing, Men's Clothing
This Kit includes hand sanitizer gel, wet wipes, lip balm, a stress ball and pocket tissues!
Great for rainy days or Vancouver winters. Everyday Basics
