Donations are all done for Slave Lake....THANK YOU!!

It is offical, we are done collecting donations for Slave Lake!

From the very bottom of my heart, I would like to extend the BIGGEST POSSIBLE THANK YOU to all who donated, supported, helped, volunteered, or played any role with helping the victims of Slave Lake.

My circle of friends and family are the best. I am so lucky and fortunate to have you all in my life!

Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not. ~Dr. Seuss

Last load off and running!

Second Load off to Slave Lake

When I came home today from picking up some donations, my front door entrance was covered in donations....it just doesn't get better then that!

I was able to call on Hayley Bennett, an angel in all respects, who has been coming to pick up the donations and driving them to Slave Lake.  No only is she making the trips, but stays for hours volunteering where needed.

This afternoon she came by to pick up our second load of goods to take up to Slave Lake!  The donations have been incredible!

I will be collecting donations until Monday evening.  NO CLOTHING PLEASE.  Anything donated after that will be given to "Inn From the Cold".

I am accepting the following:

• Toiletries
• Baby necessities (diapers/formula/wipes ECT)
• Towels / Face Clothes
• Bedding
• New Pillows
• New Sock / New Underware
• Bug Spray & Sunscreen

Please also note if you are interested in making a cash donation, you can do so at www.redcross.ca.

Here are a few pictures from today.

Slave Lake Donations Update #2

Our first round of donations have be delivered to Slave Lake! They are getting a lot of stuff but are a little overwhelmed with the goods vs help sorting the goods. 

I have spoken to Red Cross again today and they are still looking for the above items. NO CLOTHING except for new socks and new underware. With this in mind, I will be collecting goods until the end of day Monday.  Anything that comes in after that date will be going to "Inn From the Cold". 

I can not stress enough how much your generosity moves me. You are all so incredible! Thank you so much!!

First Load of Donations off to Slave Lake

Today we sent off our first round of donations to Slave Lake.  There is another load going out on Saturday morning.  Again, if you wish to donate, your can message me at taniarussell@shaw.ca or drop off at my front door.  I am going to contact Red Cross again tomorrow to see how they are doing with donations and what they still need.  This will determine how long I will run a collection for.  Below is the most current wish list from Red Cross:

• Toiletries (shampoo, tampons, pads, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, razors, shaving cream, deodorant, ECT)  Please note they are needed for men, woman, children, and infants.
• Diapers / Wipes / Formula
• Towels / Face Clothes
• Pillows / Blankets / Sheets
• Dog & Cat food

Thank you again to all the support and donations!  You are making a difference.  Here are some pictures, enjoy!

Selin Family dropping off donations.

Our first load of donations, ready for pick up.

The loaded trailer off to Slave Lake.

Just spoke to Edmonton Red Cross Re: Slave Lake

I just spoke to the Edmonton Red Cross in regards to what is need in Slave Lake, here is what they said:

• Toiletries
• Bedding
• Pillows / Blankets
• Towels / Face Clothes
• Baby Formula / Diapers
• Dog / Cat Food

I am sending our first shipment off to Slave Lake tomorrow.  We have already collected a ton of stuff!

Thank you to McLean Family who were the first to donate!
Thank you to Selin Family who returned their bottles and used the money to purchase their donations!
Thank you to everyone who has responded!  Your generosity is overwhelming!

Slave Lake Donations Update

I have contacted a lady who is doing all she can to help with the Slave Lake Crisis.  When I spoke with her today, she said she would be making a trip up to Slave Lake tomorrow and again on Saturday.  I would like to have as many hygiene kits available to her by Friday afternoon.  She also mentioned that they need non perishable food as well, I am happy to pass that along as well.

Thank you so much!

Help the victims of Slave Lake - Personal Hygiene Kits

Hello Everyone,

I will be collecting supplies to create personal hygiene kits for the victims (men, women, and children) of the Slave Lake fire.

Here is a list of the things I will be collecting to put in them.  Please note that I will be using large zip lock bags to package the kits, please keep this in mind when donating.

• large zip lock bags
• shampoo / conditioner
• tooth brushes
• tooth paste
• combs
• soap
• new underware / socks
• razors (men and woman) and shaving cream
• face clothes
• kleenex / wet wipes
• tampons / maxi pads
• diapers
• sunscreen
• bug spray
• formula
• gum / chocolate bars / granola bars

If you would like to donate, you can email me at taniarussell@shaw.ca or leave the goods at my front door.

Thank you so much and please donate!  This could be your family in need!