Massachusetts
“Helping Foster Children Move with Dignity, One Suitcase at a Time!”
State Motto: “By the sword we seek peace, but peace only under liberty”
Read CJ’s Story – a story from a child that has moved a countless number of times
BOOKBAG DRIVE
Burlington MA, Danvers MA, Nashua NH, Salem NH
Date: Now till the end of June |
Staples donates suitcases to Natick’s Brandon School. Read Story
Suitcase Drive/Fundraiser Flyers
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Our Founder, Ron Nickerson, was interviewed by Jordan Rich of WBZ News Radio 1030 about Suitcases 4 Kids.
Jordan Rich Interview
Suitcases4Kids.org recognized by the Honorable Congresswoman Niki Tsongas!
Find the nearest Drop Off Location
Statistics:
Number of Children in Foster Care: 10,497
Average Length of Stay in Foster Care: 24.9 mos.
Number of Children Waiting for Adoption: 2,704
Number of Children Abused or Neglected:Â 37,690
These numbers are taken from the Children’s Defense Fund reports.
Important Resources:
Child Abuse Hotline:Â (800) 792-5200
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
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