This February, join Facing Forward in welcoming families who have experienced homelessness into long-term, supportive housing!
Check out our housewarming basket and essential supplies lists below to donate between February 1st - 28th and support our neighbors as they start new chapters in their lives.
Ways to Participate:
- Participate Solo - Gather essential items independently and contribute to the Share the Love Donation Drive. Your individual effort makes a meaningful impact!
- Plan a Group Service Project - Facing Forward works closely with workplaces, faith-based groups, families, classrooms, and more to make sure Sharing the Love an easy and fun team-building experience.
- Team Up with a Local Business - Reach out to local businesses like cafes, bookstores, coffee shops, grocery stores, or community centers. Discuss the essential items listed below and encourage them to collect donations. Help create partnerships that support neighbors experiencing homelessness.
- Give Virtually - If you prefer a contactless approach, consider contributing virtually! Explore Facing Forward's Amazon wish list and have essential items shipped directly to us. Additionally, you can make a monetary donation on our website to support our mission from the comfort of your own space.
- Help Spread the Word - Amplify the impact of the Share the Love Donation Drive by sharing on social media, engaging your community, distributing digital flyers, collaborating with influencers, and utilizing workplace communication channels. Your outreach plays a vital role in making this initiative a success! **Please remember to tag us in your posts and use our hash tag, #FacingForward!
Please Note: Donation drop-offs are by appointment only.
For help scheduling a drop-off, questions, or support in bringing your Share the Love project to life, please contact Marilyn Salazar at marilyn@ffchicago.org or (312) 925-9738.
What to Donate:
Share the love by donating a sturdy laundry basket filled with the items listed below to create a thoughtful housewarming basket, or by contributing any individual items from the list.
Every donation helps families settle into their new homes with care and comfort!
Essential Items to Support Our Clients
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body wash
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Hand soap
- Toilet paper (individually wrapped or 4 pack)
- Paper towels (single roll)
- Laundry detergent
- Dish soap
- Kitchen sponges
- Multi-purpose cleaner
- Trash bags
- Kitchen and bath towels
- Can opener
- Food storage containers
- A note welcoming a family or individual to their new home
