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Want to make a #MaterialDifference in the lives of our #unhoused community in and around #CambridgeMA?

Donations of clothing & survival supplies could go DIRECTLY to folks most in need at @maapmass.bsky.social

L-XXL tops and Men's pants (all sizes) are especially needed rn.

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MATERIAL AID & ADVOCACY PROGRAM WINTER WISHLIST HELP US MAKE A #MATERIALDIFFERENCE FOR UNHOUSED COMMUNITY MEMBERS. SURVIVAL SUPPLIES: Tents (w/all pieces), Sleeping Bags, Blankets, Yoga/Camping Mats, Tarps, Umbrellas, First Aid Kits, MBTA cards, Cellphones & Chargers, Power Banks, Batteries, Bungee Cords CLOTHING: Winter Coats & Parkas, Sneakers & Winter Boots, Hoodies & Sweatshirts, Flannels & Sweaters, T-Shirts, Jeans/Work Pants, Leggings/Athletic Pants, Underwear (esp sizes L-XL - new), Bras (new/like new), Thermals (new/like new), Socks (new). HYGIENE SUPPLIES: Baby Wipes, Disposable Razors, Deodorant, Travel-Size Toiletries OTHER: Backpacks & Duffel Bags, Rolling Suitcases, Carts, Tote Bags/Purses, Reusable Bags & IKEA Bags, Gift Cards, Packaged Snacks. ABOUT THE MATERIAL AID AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM: MAAP follows the leadership of, amplifies, and organizes with unhoused people and people who use drugs for evidence-based solutions to the interconnected systems and harmful policy they are surviving. Housing justice, racial justice, ending the racist war on drugs, prison abolition, decriminalization of homelessness, accessible and comprehensive healthcare for all are our work. While doing this we support people in meeting their self-identified needs through sweep support and at our no-threshold drop-in space where people access material aid and meals; have risk reduction conversations and safety plan; connect to resources and providers; build community; care for each other; and organize. WHAT TO KNOW, HOW TO REACH US & HOW TO GET INVOLVED: Gently used & freshly washed or new items, please! Donations drop-off at MAAP: TUES & THURS 8AM-5:30PM (please leave in near driveway outside MAAP at 5 Longfellow Park Cambridge) You can make a contribution, purchase items from our wishlist, sign up for a training, find our socials, and learn more using the QR code Have questions or interested in getting involved? Contact Cassie at churd@maapma.org or go to: maapma.org
February 22, 2025 at 4:27 PM