Forsaken Generation

Items needed for Jacksonville area children and youth shelters.

This picture was taken at Community Connections in Jacksonville, FL, one of the shelters Forsaken Generation works to support. 

 

With over 8,000 homeless children in NE Florida, Forsaken Generation is working relentlessly to help these children. We currently work to support the efforts of 10 agencies in Jacksonville, FL that are helping these children.  They are as follows: Daniel Kids,The Sulzbacher Center, Trinity Rescue Mission, Youth Crisis Center, Family Promise, City Rescue Mission, Community Connections, House of Angels, Jasmyn and Seamark Ranch. 

The shelters are in desperate need of many items that simply can’t be purchased for the residents. With recent cuts in funding, the needs are greater than ever. You can collect some of these items, even organize a drive at your school, work or church. Here is a wish list of items needed: 

 

Babies/children – age 1-5 
[ * items desperately needed for Healthy Families and Davis Daycare ]

• Pampers *
• Baby wipes*
• Bottles *
• Formula *
• Baby food *
• Baby wash (small samples accepted)
• Baby shampoo (small samples accepted)
• Lotion * (small samples accepted)
• Baby powder * (small samples accepted)
• Vaseline/Diaper rash ointment
• Bibs
• Breast Pumps *
• Baby Monitors *
• Cribs
• Maternity Clothing
• Socks
• Bottles
• Burp Cloth
• Pottie Training pants/ies
• Baby Blanket
• Onesies
• Baby aspirin
• Small toys (rattles, etc.)
• Small Toys (stuffed animals, cars, etc.)
• Sippy cups
• Beginner books
• Coloring books/Crayons
• Games (age appropriate)
• Craft items

Linens [ * items desperately needed ]

• Bed linens * (Twin with pillow cases) –must be NEW (OSHA requirement)
• Pillows *
• Blankets *
• Towels
• Washcloths
• Hand Towels

Laundry Kit [ * items desperately needed ]

• Laundry Detergent *
• Fabric Softener *
• Bleach
• Laundry Basket *
• Rolls of Quarters * 
  (the ladies have to pay to wash/dry their clothes) 

Dishes [ * items desperately needed ]

• Pots
• Pans
• Can Openers
• Forks, spoons, and knives
• Pot Holders

Personal Grooming Supplies

• Bars of Soap
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Lotion
• Hair brush/comb
• Hair Dryer
• Nail kits
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Razors (disposable)
• Deodorant (women’s)
• Toilet paper

Cleaning/Other Supplies

• Broom/Dustpan
• Mop
• Bucket
• Sponges/Scrub Brushes
• Cleaners (i.e. Comet, etc.)
• Surface cleaner (i.e. Fantastic, 409, etc.)
• Paper towels
• Trash bags (kitchen)
• Kitchen trash can
• Electric Iron and Ironing Board

Ongoing needs

• Gas/grocery store/bra store gift cards 
  (to give as prizes to ladies)
• Event Tickets (to give as prizes to ladies)
• Televisions
• New Women’s and Children’s Underwear and Socks – all sizes
• Cars
• Pens
• Pencils
• Copy Paper
• Desk Calendars
• Appointment Books
• Car Seat

If you're interested in organizing a drive to collect these items please contact us and we will connect you with a shelter in need. 

 

Freedom Walk 2011 - Ending Child Sex Trafficking - One Step at a Time

 

34. The number of children every single hour in the U.S. that are forced into prostitution right here on our own domestic soil. Freedom should be celebrated and cherished, help us spread awareness for America's Forsaken Generation this upcoming July 4th in your own neighborhood and community. Walk for 34 minutes to celebrate Freedom for All. "


On July 4th we are asking you to spend 34 minutes of your time doing something you likely do every single day....walking. You can walk anytime you want, we recommend starting your walk 1 hour prior to your cities largest Fireworks display. Or you can participate in the 'virtual' walk here on Facebook by simply posting a picture or video on your page and ours !

How? You won't believe how easy this is!

1. Wear a red t-shirt (Red signifies love, passion; it also means a vital force.)
2. Make a sign that says "Every hour 34 children in the U.S. are forced into prostitution, visit forsakengeneration.com to help".
3. Then go walk ! walk by yourself, walk with friends, walk with whoever you like, just simply go and walk for 34 minutes.
4. Don't want to actually walk? that's ok! wear the shirt, make the sign and you can walk 'virtually' by taking a pic and uploading to your Facebook page as well as posting here on our event page, and to our Fan page:http://www.facebook.com/forsakengeneration

If you use Twitter the hashtag for the day of the event is #freedomwalk

This isn't just a walk, it' a movement, so we want to share it with the whole world to show how many people care about this. So after you get done walking we need you to just do us one more favor, we'll give you a few options, you only have to pick one!

1. Upload a picture
2. Take a video
3. Tell us a story, why are you walking?

Whichever one you choose, simply post it here on the Facebook event page and our fan page. And then watch as the pictures, videos and stories start pouring in throughout the day. Whatever you post, make sure you tell us where you are from! At the end we'll make a list of every city that participated !!

As a nation we will stand together with one voice for these children who have no voice.

Candlelight vigil held for LA's homeless youth | abc7.com

What would you do if you were confronted with the picture of a homeless child? There is something about being confronted with the face of a homeless child that is unsettling. We all know

Students from the USC School of Social Work held a candle light vigil in downtown LA a few weeks ago to start a conversation about the epidemic of homeless that is occuring all over the country, especially in downtown Los Angeles. They lit candles and posted pictures of young children who were homeless right there on the infamous Skid Row. Skid Row is an infamous block of Downtown Los Angeles that is highly populated by homeless youth and their families. The students stayed for hours fielding questions and remarks from community members about the social and emotional effects of homelessness.

The USC Social Work students did a marvelous job of raising awareness about the epidemic of youth homelessness right here in the Los Angeles community. They gave homelessness a face, and brought a semblance of humanity to the issue.

What have you done recently to raise awareness or aid the homeless youth in your community? It is important to always be mindful of the little things we all can do to end homelessness in our communities. 

Marching for the homeless: Walkers raise $9,700 to support agencies’ efforts » News » News From Terre Haute, Indiana

People in the community of Terre Haute, Indiana participated in a walk to raise money and awareness about the issues faced by homeless people right in their own community. They really talked the talk, and walked the walk. What a wonderful event that gets the whole family out in beautiful spring weather to improve their community,and get a little exercise. This year they raised almost $10,000!

    What have you done lately in your community to raise awareness about homelessness? Organizing a walk is a great way to raise money and get all aspects of the community involved in tackling the problems of homelessness. Contact organizations and centers that work with the homeless in your community, and ask them how you might be of assistance. These organization usually have a plethora of tasks, ranging from direct volunteer service at shelters and food kitchens, to help with volunteer recruitment and fundraising that you can participate in today.You, can take simple steps today to improve the life of someone else in your community. If you cannot make monetary donations, donate your time and talents. You will be glad you did! Enjoy the article, and let it inspire you to make changes in your own community.