Join Us to Support Portland Families This Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In Oregon, 40% of women and 36% of men experience domestic violence, and more than half of all women in the state experience sexual assault, according to the Washington County Family Justice Center. Those numbers exceed the national average. At Bridgetown Baby, we envision a world where all families live without abuse or fear for their safety.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, we are partnering with Sellwood Community House to donate backpacks and suitcases filled with essential items for children in transition.
Find all the details you need to help, below.
How you can help
We’re looking for
Gently used children's clothes, books and toys,
New backpacks and suitcases (from Ross or TJ Maxx are perfect). Families often leave with their belongings in trash bags,
OR financial donations we can use to purchase backpacks/ suitcases & other essential items on your behalf.
Bring gently used baby/children's clothes to Sellwood Community House, give to your favorite BB doula OR email care@bridgetownbaby.com. For donations please contact Merriah@bridgetownbaby.com
Donations can be made up until October 18 inclusive.
Help sort and fill backpacks/suitcases labeled for each child October 19th 1-3pm
Sorting will take place at 5439 SE Raymond St. 97206 on October 19th from 1-3pm - we’d love to see you there!
To help sort & fill backpacks & suitcases please email Merriah@bridgetownbaby.com