A Gift of Warmth

A Bed for Every Child, an initiative of the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless, provided nearly 2,000 children new twin beds of their own in the past year. Due to the generosity and support of the Massachusetts Credit Unions, families have been given access to this life-changing resource which has had a positive impact on their children’s health, well-being, and education. They wake up happy from a comfortable good night’s rest, no longer go to school tired, and can focus better on their studies. As a charitable partner, the Massachusetts Credit Unions have been generous supporters of A Bed for Every Child and helped to expand the initiative throughout the state.

During the months of September, October and through November 15, the Massachusetts Credit Unions can help those in need by donating new TWIN blankets, bedding, & stuffed animals to A Bed for Every Child or a local agency of your choice. Donations made to A Bed for Every Child will bring comfort and warmth to a child in Massachusetts who receives a bed.

More information and form can be found here. Forms and questions can be sent to Dawn Roberts at droberts@ccua.org or 508-229-5604.

Ways to Participate:

• Option 1: Host a New TWIN blankets or bedding, and/or stuffed animal drive at your credit union to be picked up by A Bed for Every Child the following month.
• Option 2: Make a monetary donation to A Bed for Every Child through the CCUA’s online portal, https://www.abedforeverychild.org/ccua and the donation will be used to purchase bedding, blankets, and stuffed animals.
• Option 3: Shop Amazon Wish List and ship directly to A Bed for Every Child, c/o MA Coalition for the Homeless by mailing to: 73 Buffum Street, Lynn, MA 01902.
• Option 4: If you choose to work with a local agency within your community, distribution of items will be the credit union’s responsibility.