Of Life and Labor

Kit's Kids

Free toys, clothes, and backpacks

Kit's Kids is named for my grandfather, Elder Kit Nelson. I run it with my mom, and it's our way of getting good things to kids who need them!

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Why we're doing this

His favorite color

Kit's Kids is named for my grandfather, Elder Kit Nelson. He was born June 19, he turned 90 this year, and he passed on September 9. He was the biggest ray of sunshine, and kindness came to him as easily as breathing.

Blue was his favorite color, which is why this whole page is blue. Every time I visit, my grandmother sends me, or the kids, home with toys to bring back with us. It is a blessing that was given to me, and now it is one I get to give to others. Kit's Kids is how we keep his kindness going, by making sure kids in our community have the things they need to feel ready, happy, and proud!

How it works

Free, and easy to ask for

1

Take a look

See what is available below. Everything is free!

2

Request it

Tap Request this on anything you'd like and tell us how to reach you. It will show as requested, so everyone knows it's spoken for.

3

We will connect

Linda or Elizabeth will reach out to get it to you!

Pickup is at the house for current families, or at a local meetup for community members. Please request first, so we can keep the board up to date.

On the shelf

Available now

Nothing is listed right now, but new things come in all the time. Check back soon, or post a request below.

Want to give?

Share what you have

Clean or gently used toys and clothes, backpacks, and unused diapers and wipes.

We take donations at the house for current families, or at a local meetup for community members. Reach out first so we can set it up!

Who to contact

Durham, Carrboro, and Chapel Hill

Elizabeth

lizzy.jenkinsell@gmail.com

Students and professors (UNC, Duke, and any campus)

Elizabeth

jeeleliz@unc.edu

Raleigh, the Triangle, and everywhere else

Linda

lknelson97@yahoo.com

Tell us what you would like to give

Only Linda and Elizabeth see this. It is never shown on the website.

Neighbors helping neighbors

Community requests

Things families in our community are looking for. If you have one to share, tap I can help.

No requests right now. If there is something your family needs, you can ask below.

Need something?

Post a request

Don't see what you need? Tell us. You can stay anonymous, and your contact info is never shown.

This part is shown on the board, so please don't include names, addresses, or phone numbers here.

How can we reach you?

Only Linda and Elizabeth see this. It is never shown on the website. You can stay anonymous on the board.

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