BISHOP OTT SHELTER COLLECTION DRIVE
We are pleased to report that WGMB Fox 44, WVLA Channel 33, and their family of stations have come together for the 32nd year to support our Bishop Ott Shelter Program. Please consider joining the Baton Rouge Clinic, Albertson’s and Louisiana Healthcare Connections in collecting these critical items. All of these items are critical to the people who come to us with little more than the clothes they are wearing. Things such as toothbrushes, disposable razors, shaving cream, soap, and shampoo are so important to someone’s dignity and self-esteem, and without these critical items, it’s impossible to make a good impression when someone is trying to find a job.
Below is a list of the toiletry items we need at our shelters. When you look at this list, think of the people who will be using them, and you’ll understand just how important this annual effort is to our Bishop Ott Shelter Program and the people we serve. We also ask you to encourage your family, friends, church or social groups to participate in a collection drive for this worthwhile effort. You can collect these items and donate them by dropping them off at the Baton Rouge Clinic, Albertson’s or at the Bishop Ott Shelter located at 1623 Convention Street. More information is on our website, and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 383-7837, extension 0.
Bishop Ott Shelter urgently needed items:
Toiletry items such as deodorant, soap, shampoo, body wash, lotion and body powder; paper products (napkins, paper towels, toilet paper), disposable cups, plates, bowls, knives, forks, and spoons. We also urgently need twin & Crib size sheets , towels and washcloths, blankets; disposable diapers; men, women, and children’s underwear; socks, knit caps, gloves, scarves, and rain gear; and reading glasses (all strengths).