Phoenix Tattoo Christmas Food / Toy Drive

Start: Dec. 14, 2015, 8 p.m.

End: Dec. 28, 2015, 4 a.m.

Every year, as the holidays approach, families gather together to celebrate with festive decorations, feasts and also an exchange of gifts. What’s very easy to forget is the fact that sadly, many adults, families, children and pets living in financial disadvantage for many reasons such as: a fire has destroyed their home and they've lost everything, loss of employment, or another type of tragedy. There are so many families that are struggling just to put food on the table for the kids and pets. Holiday gifts to give loved ones just aren’t feasible for them. They desperately need our help!
As many of you know, I have recently overcome losing everything to a major fire. I tried reaching out for help and couldn't find help anywhere. I truly know what it feels like to feel hopeless and crippled from the pain of a tragedy. So I want to do what I can to help others. Therefore, all of December we are happy to accept donations of clothing and some house-hold items for those in need.
PLEASE EVERYONE, LETS ALL DO OUR PART. TOGETHER WE CAN HELP MAKE THE HOLIDAYS BETTER FOR THOSE WHO ARE IN NEED AND SHOW THEM THEY ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.
Drop off your donations from noon til 8. 7 days a week, at The new shop location is at 13597 king George on the corner of 108 and king George, above Sprite Computers.
These are items we are grateful to receive:
* Clothing: *
Clean and undamaged clothing for men, women and children in different sizes.
Hoodies, T-shirts, Jeans, NEW Underwear & Socks, Belts, Hats, Shoes and Boots.
* Winter clothing: *
Winter coats, Long Sleeve Shirts, Sweaters, Scarves, Toques, Gloves, Thermal Socks, and Waterproof Clothing, Backpacks, Sleeping Bags.
For kids
* Toys: *
Include items that children will immediately embrace.
NEW Stuffed Toys, Toy Cars, Yo-Yos, Toys that light up and make noise (with extra batteries), Age Appropriate Books, etc.
* School Supplies: *
Pens, Pencils and Sharpeners, Art Supplies, Crayons, Markers, Notebooks, Paper, Solar Calculators, Colouring and Picture Books, Backpacks, etc.
* Hygiene Supplies: *
Unused and Unopened Hygiene Supplies, Towels, Blankets, Toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Toothpaste, Mouthwash, Shaving Cream, New/Unused Razors, Tampons and Pads, Diapers in sizes above newborn, Baby Wipes.
* Non-perishable Food Items: *
Canned meats: Think beyond tuna & soup, which food banks get tons of. Instead go for canned beef, canned ham, canned chicken, canned salmon. Or hearty ready-to-go meals like beef stew, chili with meat and Ravioli.
Canned vegetables: Think beyond green beans. Instead also give potatoes, carrots, spinach, peas, corn, mushrooms, and water chestnuts.
Canned fruit: Think beyond pineapple because this is the most commonly donated fruit. Any other fruit, particularly those in fruit juice without extra sugar, would be great. Dried fruit works too (raisins, etc.).
* Miscellaneous Foods: *
Low-sugar cereal like plain Cheerios, Instant Oatmeal, Instant Cereal, Pasta, Rice, Pasta Sauce, Cans, Cartons or Boxes of Powered and Evaporated Milk
Snack items for kids to take to school: Juice Boxes, Applesauce, Fruit Cups, Cookies, Crackers, Granola Bars, Bags of Apples
Spices like Cinnamon, Oregano, Basil, Salt, Pepper
Sliced Bread, Peanut Butter, Jams
Potatoes
*Chocolate, It’s not a necessity but just a pick-me-up that I would sure appreciate, especially when it comes time to fill stockings.
*Also, Gift cards for food ie: Save On Foods, Safeway. Walmart, Future Shop, Tim Horton's, Starbucks etc., are also a great item.
* Kitchen and Housing Goods: *
Pots and Pans, Cups and Mugs, Plates and Cutlery, Can Openers, Reusable Food Storage Containers etc.
Bedding in Good Condition, Especially Single or Double Sheets, Sleeping Bags
* Pets: (Please dont forget about the pets. They need to feel loved also.) *
Dog Food and Cat Food – Unopened Bags & Cans
Dog Crates – all sizes, Cat Carriers, Rabbit or Guinea Pig Cages
Dog/Cat Beds/Pillows, Blankets, Towels, Comforters (new or gently used)
Stuffed toys, Balls, Squeak Toys, Chew Toys. Edible Treats.
Bowls – All Sizes (plastic or metal), Leashes & Collars, Pet Shampoo
* Restrictions: *
( We are unable to accept the following items. Thank you for understanding. )
Furniture, Beds and Mattresses
Used Socks or Underwear, High Heeled Shoes
Open or perishable food items
* We Cannot Accept for Pets: **
Clumping Cat Litter
Used Brushes, Toothbrushes or Grooming Supplies*
Used Plastic Dog or Cat Dishes*
Used Cat Scratching Posts*