2025 First Quarter Newsletter
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Collecting and distributing clothing and blankets to babies in need
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Our founders, two nurses working in the field of public health, noticed first-hand how more and more families are struggling to acquire the basic necessities of life in today's economy. A new baby puts an added strain on already limited resources and many babies lack appropriate items of clothing and blankets to stay warm and thrive during their crucial first year of life. Learn more...
Get in touch with usWhat Can You Do?
We collect gently used or new infant clothing in sizes preemie to 12 months to distribute to needy babies in the San Diego area. Learn More...
We have several donation bins located throughout the city. Find a donation bin near you.
Generous donations of time are also appreciated. We have volunteer opportunities available. Learn More...
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2024 Holiday Letter
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2024 Third Quarter Newsletter
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2024 Second Quarter Newsletter
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2024 First Quarter Newsletter
2024 is off to an incredible with thanks to our loyal volunteers and some new community connections. We are excited to share some new potential Gently Hugged projects and are asking for your feedback this month. Be sure to take the survey linked in our first quarter newsletter!
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2023 Fourth Quarter Newsletter
As we welcome in 2024, we first want to celebrate our record-setting 2023! Find out exactly how many bags we delivered to mothers and babies in need, learn about our time spent on the radio, and celebrate all of the many holiday drives and more in this edition of our newsletter.
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2023 Holiday Letter
You've got mail! Our 2023 holiday letter should be in your email inbox already and arriving soon to your mailbox.
We are full of gratitude this time of year, as we take a moment to reflect on the hundreds of San Diego moms and babies that have received bags overflowing with support for their first year of life together - all thanks to YOU!
Our holiday letter is also available online - simply click this link to view. Happy holidays from Gently Hugged!
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2023 Third Quarter Newsletter
Volunteer Appreciation - We are grateful for several generous event supporters who helped make this event as incredible as our volunteers deserved. A very special THANK YOU to each and every one of our dedicated volunteers!
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2023 Second Quarter Newsletter
Gently Hugged honored one of our amazing volunteers at the annual Hats off to Volunteers ceremony sponsored by the Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation. Heidi Skanchy was presented with an award along with several certificates of recognition.
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Gently Hugged has been awarded the GuideStar Gold participant award for its dedication to transparency in all aspects of its operations. Visit www.guidestar.org and search for Gently Hugged to get the most up-to-date information.