Kits for Kids
NFAPA has organized a new program titled "Kits for Kids." Oftentimes, children and youth who are placed in foster care are moved with only the clothing they have on their back. Providing some items for the child or youth as each begins their journey through foster care is a wonder way to show care and compassion. The child or youth also benefits by having something to call his or her own.
As a member of your community, you can help out by completing the donation form below and mailing it to NFAPA, or you can purchase items or gift certificates that we can use for the care kit.
Here are some suggestions of items needed:
- Infants: Diaper bag, disposable diapers, baby ointment, lotion, powder, new baby bottles, toys appropriate for infants, blankets, pacifier, disposable camera to take photos for the birth family, gift certificates to purchase infant formula, etc.
- Children 2-9 years: Duffel bag or backpack, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, comb or hairbrush, t-shirts that can be used for pajamas, crayons, coloring books, notebook, stuffed toy, stationary and postage stamps to write letters to their parents, disposable camera to take photos for the birth family, gift certificates to purchase necessary items.
- Children and Youth 10 and up: Duffel bag or backpack, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, comb or hairbrush, other personal hygiene items, t-shirts, socks, stuffed toy, pens, pencils, notebook, stationary and postage stamps to write letters to their parents, disposable camera to take photos for the birth family, gift certificates to purchase necessary items.
This is a project that any service organization, church, youth group, 4-H Clubs, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and other can participate in. For more information, please contact NFAPA, at 402-476-2273 or toll-free at 877-257-0176.
KITS FOR KIDS COLLABORATORS
Auburn
Cathy White: 402-274-5533
Aurora
Barb Nissen: 402-694-3098
Sandra Moellenberndt: 402-694-5282
Belvedere
Lynne Wiedel: 402-768-6803
Bennet
Carmen Jensen: 402-782-6303
Curtis
Deb Hazen: 308-367-8765
Geneva
Alyce Hendricks: 402-759-4539
Grand Island
Kim Anderson: 308-384-3876
Hastings
Susan Lueders: 402-462-4594
Peterson, Deana: 402-460-8911
Homesville
Shelly Taylor: 402-223-1464
Imperial
Carla Colton: 308-882-4078
Kimball
Lori Widener: 308-235-3911
Lincoln
NFAPA Office: 877-257-0176
Sherri Wilson: 402-540-6317
Omaha
Annette Needham: 402-331-7807
Debbie Oddo: 402-614-2222
Sandra Wilwerding: 402-334-7251
Joyce Hohman: 402-334-3355
Joan Cooper: 402-334-7506
Jodi Fabisiak: 402-333-5423
Erica Peak: 402-301-8391
Scottsbluff
Sue Ganitch: 308-436-4249
Myona Hall: 308-635-3450
Seward
Lori Sheeheen: 402-535-2850
South Sioux City
Basil Campbell: 712-301-3318
Valentine
Robbie Blume: 402-376-1344
If you receive a new placement, and wish to receive a KITS for KIDS Bag, please call the closest Kits for Kids collaborator in your area. If there is no one close, please call the toll-free number 1-877-257-0176.