Backpacks of Love

The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay is producing Backpacks of Love filled with donated essential items for winter survival.We need the community of North Bay’s generosity to reach our goal of 150 backpacks and 150 supplemental bags!
Donations will be accepted at the New Apostolic Church, 46 Joseph St. from 1 to 3 p.m.
Saturday, October 23
Saturday, November 6
New items only please.
Items needed include:
Backpack – Camping Style – Approximately 45L
Travel packs of facial tissue
Silver Emergency Blanket
Granola bars/Energy bars
Tarp
Drawstring bag
Mini First Aid Kit
Reusable bag
Pack of heavy socks
Towelette pack/wipes
Winter slippers
Flashlight
Package of masks
Lip balm
Reusable water bottle
Hand and foot warmers
Travel containers for soap
Mitts/Gloves
Deodorant
Toque
Toothpaste
Scarf
Travel containers for toothbrushes
Hairbrush
Toilet paper
Feminine products
Thank you for your generosity and helping our neighbours in need!
For more information about the Backpacks of Love, please contact Rebecca at 705-471-2473.
For more information about the Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay visit https://www.facebook.com/compassionatecommitteeofnorthbay/ or contact Leah Pierce at 705-472-5687 or at [email protected]