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I’ve been fundraising for the Family Crisis Center in Denver CO. When children are deemed abused or neglected, they are put into this center. The funding for the center was cut two years ago when the stock market tanked and it lost corporate funding. 

When these children enter the center, it is common that they have no clothing, no possessions. Nothing.

I’m working in concert with “the colorado mommies” over 1,000 mothers who help organize and fundraise for this cause.They’ve got me standing outside the 16th street mall downtown with a bucket and a bell, basically begging for change. I’m there next to begging homeless people, salvation army guys on every corner, and dozens of other organizations asking for a handout. The people have become desensitized to giving in this environment, so I’m pursuing other outlets.

The Colorado mommies will match any donation made. You pay 10, they pay 10. You pay 1,000, they pay 1,000.

We don’t just take money, either. We accept hoodies, pants, shirts, winter coats, hats, gloves, socks and underwear (boys prefer boxers) bras, shoes (athletic shoes only, adult womens sizes 7-11; adult men’s sizes 6-14) Board games, puzzles, dominos, sports balls like soccer, basketball, volleyball, etc. Books, art supplies, MP3 players, click radios, headphones, itunes gift cards, legos, and other toys. Toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant (no aerosol sprays) make up kits, water bottles…anything you could think of that a kid between the ages of 10-17 could need.
If you’re interested in helping out, contact the Family Crisis Center 2929 10th Ave Denver CO 80204 (720) 944-3700. Any donation is tax deductible. Tax ID#98-02890
Thank you for your time.