Horton’s Kids, an award-winning nonprofit dedicated to empowering children in underserved neighborhoods in Southeast D.C., is asking D.C. residents to donate food, personal hygiene and cleaning products to the organization’s Stock the Shelves spring campaign, running now until April 12.
Stock the Shelves is part of the organization’s efforts to prepare for the grand opening of its newest distribution center, which will provide families with critical necessities including food, personal hygiene products, and cleaning supplies.
With 37% of DC area households facing food insecurity, local families are facing impossible choices between food and other necessities like rent, childcare, and medical care. As prices continue to rise, more families are turning to Horton’s Kids for help.
Here’s how to support the campaign:
- Shop from the Amazon Wish List: Items purchased will be shipped directly to the Horton’s Kids Hub.
- Host a Collection Drive: Gather essential items at your workplace, school, or home, and drop-off all donations at 2233 Hunter Place SE, Washington, D.C. All donations must be received by April 12.
About Horton’s Kids
For 35 years, Horton’s Kids has worked to remove systemic barriers to opportunity for children and families in Southeast DC. Their holistic approach centers on partnership: connecting with the child, their family, school, and community – to ensure they graduate from high school ready for success in college, career, and life. Their focused approach involves working directly with children and families to access resources and services, working alongside them to overcome unjust obstacles and reach their full potential. Horton’s Kids work to ensure their impact remains concentrated within the distinct needs of the communities they serve by employing a place-based model, investing in neighborhoods located within 1/2 mile of Horton’s Hub. To learn more, visit https://www.hortonskids.org/.
