volunteer, donate, be present
“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made.”
-Ruth Bader Ginsberg
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and West KY NOW will be taking up donations for Merryman House at all of our meetings and events. There will also be drop off locations at Wits’ End Records and Future Grounds Tea & Coffeehouse. Merryman House is a crisis center that helps people affected by domestic violence. One of the core issues of NOW is ending violence against women and supporting organizations like Merryman House is one way we can help with this issue in our community. Requested items include:
White Towels, Hand Towels & Washcloths
White, Twin size sheets
Individually packaged snacks (cookies, chips, pop tarts, fruit snacks, muffins, cereal)
Underwear & Sports Bras in All Sizes
Sensitive Skin-Friendly Laundry Pods
Headphones/Earbuds
Planners & Pens
Sign Up for our Friendsgiving Potluck
In the spirit of giving this season, West Ky NOW would like to present our first ever Friendsgiving! A Potluck style meal for anyone who needs or wants to spend thanksgiving with kindhearted open minded feminists. Come and see us! All are welcome!
Mutual Aid
Mutual aid refers to the voluntary, collaborative exchanges of resources and services are made amongst community members to overcome social, economic, and political barriers to meeting common needs.
If you would be willing to sign up to keep the box stocked. Can choose one that is near you. Check the PANTRY LIST HERE and please email us if you’d like to be added.
Mutual Aid Map of Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois
Thanks so much to Paducah Skies for creating this map of the Mutual Aid support available throughout the west KY region!
Mutual Aid/Blessing Boxes Donation Suggestions
Thank you to Brittany Sutherland from First Presbyterian Church, Murray for the list of suggestions based upon the needs of our community
Non-Perishable Foods
Low-sugar, sugar-free, and gluten-free options
Canned proteins (chicken, tuna, ham)
microwaveable rice pouches
Canned fruit
Spice mixes
Sauce mixes
Oil
Individually packaged, kid friendly snacks
Shelf stable milk
Personal care items
Soap, washcloths, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hand sanitizer, period products
Kids personal care items (toothpaste, body wash)
Dishsoap, dishwashing detergent
Seasonal weather items:
Winter: hats, scarves, gloves, and hand warmers.
Summer: sunscreen and aloe.
Fall & Spring: Umbrellas
Bundles (consider bundling items together in large Ziplock bag)
Personal Hygiene (soap, washcloths, nail clippers, etc.)
Period Product (pads, tampons, wipes, sanitizer)
Dental (toothpaste, brush, floss, mouthwash)
Birthday (cake mix, frosting, baking pan, candles, oil, card)
Coffee (instant coffee, sweetener, creamer)
Tea (tea, sugar)