HAMILTON — The Marion County Domestic Violence Task Force’s annual supply drive for Safeplace to benefit the local shelter and area domestic violence survivors is now underway.
MCDVTF Secretary and Supply Drive Chair Sarah Emerson shared more information for our readers.
“Each year, our organization hosts an annual supply drive,” she said. “Through this community-wide event, Safeplace Shelters and local domestic violence survivors are able to be served in a very personal and life-altering way.”
Emerson noted the task force appreciates the public’s participation in the drive, which will run through March 20 this year.
She asks churches, clubs and organizations to please notify their community members of the shelter’s supply needs, and possibly agree to become a donation site.
“Our task force members will pick up the supplies on a date set by you--either at the end of the drive or throughout the month.”
Shoppers Value in Hamilton has long assisted the task force in being a drop-off site, with other sites being added as this story goes to print.
About the MCDVTF
and Safeplace
Emerson noted, “Our organization primarily works to raise supplies, funding and awareness for Safeplace.
“Safeplace is an organization dedicated to helping men, women and children end the cycle of domestic violence through education, court advocacy services, counseling and more.
“Safeplace additionally serves domestic violence survivors through its shelters--providing a safe, secure residential environment for individuals leaving abusive environments.
“Although Safeplace has been serving our community for many years, the Marion County Shelter opened its doors in December 2019 and has been very busy ever since.”
She noted the MCDVTF also works directly with victims who need help, provides training opportunities for schools, community organizations and law enforcement and works to “break the silence” by raising awareness in the community.
Contact information
and more
Emerson asked those interested in participating in this year’s supply drive to please contact her via email at mcdvtf@gmail.com. The 24-hour Safeplace helpline is 256-767-6210.
“We are happy to discuss the supply drive and answer any questions you may have!” she said. “We ask that if you can partner with us for this year’s supply drive to please let us know so that we can plan for pick-up.
“Additionally, if any churches, organizations or clubs are interested in hosting a speaker from Safeplace to speak on domestic violence or about how their organization serves our county, please let us know, and we can get you in contact with them.”
Supply items needed
Some of the supplies needed for the Marion County Safeplace Shelter are listed below, although you can search “MarionCo DVTF” on Facebook for a full wishlist and more details or see the QR code near this story.
Basically, any items you would need if you left your home in the middle of the night are appreciated, including blankets and bedspreads for twin-size beds; white sheet sets for twin and full-size beds; white towels, washcloths and handtowels; dish towels; toilet tissue; Kleenex; and paper towels.
All types of cleaning supplies are needed, plus items such as pod and regular laundry detergent; Clorox wipes; antibacterial hand soap; and multipurpose cleaners and floor cleaners.
Also needed are hairbrushes; hair dryers; flat irons; shampoos and conditioners for all types of hair; bodywash-type soaps; body lotions; toothpaste and toothbrushes; mouthwash; makeup; Chapstick; all sizes of pads and tampons; adult and children’s socks; and bras of all sizes.
Sippy cups; baby wipes; baby bottles; and all sizes of diapers and pullups are also needed.
Also essential to have are all sizes of ziplock bags; paper plates; cups; AA and AAA batteries; light bulbs; adult and children’s Tylenol and Ibuprofen; umbrellas; and one-subject notebooks.
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