hello fellow ryerson rams :) so i found this super duper inspirational post on tumblr that makes me want to start this project with some people, check it out :) especially for all of you who go to university/college downtown or anywhere really, we have all encountered people experiencing homelessness at one time or another. especially after taking a class on homelessness, its really been brought to light the struggle these individuals face. heres a great idea to make someones day, hope this message sparks some interest from you guys! p.s im not taking credit for creating this idea but i was inspired to continue it on the sidewalks of downtown toronto :) INTRODUCING BLESSING BAGS! Have you ever come across a homeless individual and felt totally uncomfortable? You see them and you know they are in need, but you are not sure what to do. You know that handing them money is not the best thing. But, you also see that they clearly have some needs. Their lips are chapped. They are hungry. They are thirsty. They are asking for help. How can you help? Here is a simple idea - blessing bags. This was such an easy project. We are now going to keep a few “Blessing Bags” in our car or in our school bags so that when we do happen to see someone on the streets who is homeless, we can hand them a Blessing Bag. If you’d like to make your own Blessing Bags, this is what you would need: Gallon size Ziplock bags items to go in the bags, such as: chap stick packages of tissues toothbrush and toothpaste comb soap trail mix granola bars crackers pack of gum band aids mouthwash coins (could be used to make a phone call, or purchase a food item) hand wipes you could also put in a warm pair of socks, and maybe a Starbucks gift card or anything else you think would help the individual out. Assemble all the items in the bags, and maybe throw in a note of encouragement. Seal the bags and stow in your car or anywhere you like for a moment of providence. i think this is such a good, cheap yet heart warming way of helping those who are going through a rough patch. please let me know whos interested so i can get this project going! feel free to comment on here or inbox me :) if youre not interested in doing this as a group thats totally fine, but i hope this motivates you to do something like this on your own at least because no act of charity is unrecognized :)
Posted on: Sun, 21 Sep 2014 03:03:53 +0000
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