I wanted to express my heartfelt thanks for the personal care bag you provided. It came at a time when I was running low on essential items, and I truly appreciate your kindness. It’s not always easy to make ends meet for personal necessities, so this thoughtful gesture means so much to me.

Thank you again for your generosity and support. It has made a real difference, and I am incredibly grateful.

—Warm regards, Sapphire

foster teen

“I don’t know where to begin, but I’ll start by saying thank you. Your gift means more to me than I could ever fully express in words. When I opened the bag and saw the socks and personal care items, I felt a warmth in my heart that I haven’t felt in a long time.

The socks—oh, they were a godsend! It’s been so hard to keep my feet warm, and the ones I had were full of holes. These new ones are so soft and snug, and I wear them every day now. They’ve made a huge difference in keeping me comfortable as I try to keep moving forward.

The personal care items, too, were exactly what I needed. Being on the streets, it’s easy to forget to take care of myself, but with the shampoo, soap, and toothpaste, I’ve been able to feel more like me again. It might sound small, but just having the ability to wash up and brush my teeth has helped me hold onto a little bit of dignity and hope.

I don’t know who you are, but please know that you’ve made a real difference in my life today.”

—With deep gratitude, Gabriel

foster teen

“Our youth were so grateful for the bags, with many of our youth taking public transportation they expressed to have a high-quality bag like the one you all gave made something like grocery trips less of a burden. They also loved the items inside and share a heartfelt thank you.”

“Our staff would also like to extend an additional thank you as with the amount you have provided they were able to even have excess for new youth who will be entering the program.”

— Sarah Reyes, United Friends of the Children

Senior Development Coordinator

“ Hello, this is Mabel with Hope The Mission. I just wanted to thank you so much for the donations that you delivered the other day, it meant a lot to all the young foster youth here at The Landing. We have been very low on donations here, and your donation helped tremendously and all of the young men here really appreciated it and it came very much in handy for them. It’s every little thing and essentials that means so much to them. Thanks again from the bottoms our hearts!”

— Mabel Esquivias, Hope The Mission

“We are grateful for organizations like The Gift of Gratitude for supplying these much-needed donations.”

— Jodi Reneaud
Director, WERC Initiative
Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services

“WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO YOU FOR ASSISTING OUR WONDERFUL KIDS.”

— WITH SO MUCH GRATITUDE, RUCHIE STILLMAN
CHEDER MENACHEM

“ The bundles have everything the patients asked for or need. These bundles are great for patients and families.”

— Derek Oyama

Sr. Program Coordinator
Los Angeles Children’s Hospital

“Thank you very much! The kids will be delighted to receive these books”

-Charlie Orchard

Managing Director

Reading to Kids