Many our our students have expressed their concern for the communities that have been affected by the recent floods.
The students from Room 1, with the support of our SRC, are leading the collection of Shoe Boxes of Love as a way to show care to those who have been affected.
What are Shoe Boxes of Love?
Shoe Boxes of Love is a not-for-profit organisation established to provide love and hope to people affected by Australian disasters.
Through the collection and distribution of essential and luxury items to those in need, Shoe Boxes of Love provides a meaningful and affordable way for schools and community groups to contribute.
How can my family help?
While there is no requirement for families to donate, if you wish to help there are different ways you can get involved:
- Purchase and donate an individual item from the list of essentials below;
- Work together with another family or classmate to complete a Shoe Box of Love; or
- As a family, donate a completed Shoe Box of Love.
Where can we drop donations?
All donations can be placed in the box located next to the fish tank in the Front Office between now and the end of week 8, Friday the 25th of March.
What should we put in the box?
Shoe Boxes of Love provides some suggestions of what can be put in a box. All items must be new and boxes should be unsealed. Personalise your Shoe Box of Love by writing a note showing your support. Clearly label your box with the intended recipient’s age and gender (eg. Girl 3-5 years).
Suggested Boxes (Ideas provided by Shoe Boxes of Love)
Box for a baby (boy or girl)
- dummies, bottles
- baby lotions, washes, face washers
- barrier creams, wipes
- teething gel
- bibs, jump suits, socks, booties,
- rattles, small teddy
Box for a child (male or female)
Essentials
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- face washer or hand towel
Luxuries
- bubble bath, shampoo and conditioner, brush or comb
- socks
- teddy bear, dolls, toys, skipping rope, bubble blowing liquid
- pencils, crayons, paper or colouring books, stickers
- reading books
Box for a female (adult or teenager)
Essentials
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- shampoo and conditioners
- soap or body wash
- sanitary items
- roll on deodorant
- razor
Luxuries
- face washer/hand towel
- small mirror, tweezers,
- moisturiser, face wipes,
- bobby pins or hair ties, hair products
- scented candles
- mascara, blush, tinted moisturiser, lip gloss or chapstick
- emery boards or nail files
- iTunes voucher
Box for a male (adult or teenager)
Essentials
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- shaving cream
- razors
- soap or body wash
- roll-on deodorant
- face washer or hand towel
Luxuries
- small mirror
- magazine
- pens
- hat, sunglasses
- socks
- nail clippers, tweezers
- comb, hair product, chapstick or paw paw ointment
- iTunes voucher
Box for a Grandparent (Grandma or Grandpa)
Essentials
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- roll-on deodorant
- shampoo and conditioner
- soap
- razor and shaving cream
- face washer or hand towel
Luxuries
- hair product
- emery boards, travel size manicure sets,
- hand cream, moisturizer
- puzzle books, pens
- arthritis cream, denture cleaner
- travel sewing kit
Box for a pet
- single food sachets
- lead
- brush, comb, dog shampoo
- toys
- blankets (must be new)
- bowls
- bottle of water
*Please note that for safety purposes, only flea, tick and worming treatments available from veterinary clinics and good pet stores will be accepted in pet boxes (Advantage, Revolution, Advocate, Frontline etc.)
Cleaning Boxes
- quality toilet paper, tissues and paper towel
- rubber gloves
- cleaning products (any of the Earth’s Choice range are ideal)
- washing powder
- fabric softener
- stain remover
- strong garbage bags
- dustpan set
- scented candles or melts
- hand wash, sorbolene or barrier cream
- stingoes, sunscreen, insect repellent
- basic first aid kid (Panadol, Betadine/Dettol, Bandaids, Tweezers etc)
- torch and batteries
All donations can be placed in the box located next to the fish tank in the Front Office between now and the end of week 8, Friday the 25th of March.
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