11/28/2017
In honor of Giving Tuesday, we'd like to share a great opportunity for you to do all the good you can in just a matter of seconds!
As we're sure you’re aware, the holiday season is quickly approaching, and the BUILD program at Roxbury Youthworks, Inc. needs your help.
BUILD works with cisgender males and transgender youth who are currently/at risk of being commercially sexually exploited and trafficked. To add a little perspective, BUILD currently has two youth who are living at home with their family. The rest of their youth are either living in a placement, a youth shelter, or in tents in wooded areas around the city of Boston. They do have a handful of youth who are working towards independent living, which is huge!
With that being said, BUILD has compiled a holiday wish list in hopes of making the season a little brighter for some of their clients. Some of the items on the list may not be seen as “essentials,” but we’re aiming to personalize their gifts this year. It’s also important to note that BUILD youth need more than just the “essentials,” as it is crucial for building their self-esteem in such a trying time in their young adulthood. Here is the direct link for the wish list:
http://a.co/cW2ssvt
There are also a number of items that can’t be found on Amazon that BUILD is in need of: gift cards to Macy’s, Stop and Shop, CVS, Dunkin’ Donuts, or TJX in any denomination would be much appreciated.
So, if you’re feeling particularly festive and would like donate a gift, please browse BUILD's Amazon wish list and send items/gift cards to:
Roxbury Youthworks, Inc.
ATTN: Megan Caron
841 Parker St. suites 104-106
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
If you wouldn’t mind, please leave your name and address in the comments section when you check out on Amazon, as BUILD would like to follow up with all of our donors. Please feel free to share this link as well, and comment below if you've chosen to "do good" today! Happy Holidays!