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[Crittenton Center](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/author/crittenton-center)July 30, 2024 at 2:01 PM1 min read

# Crittenton Center receives $5,000 Grant to support care kits for homeless youth

**Sioux City, IA:** On June 25, 2024, Crittenton Center received a $5,000 grant from the Siouxland Community Foundation. This grant will be used to create and distribute care kits for homeless youth entering our program, ensuring they receive essential personal care items to support their well-being and dignity during a critical time in their lives.

 

Each care kit will include a new backpack, suitcase, or bag filled with items such as toiletries, hygiene products, clothing and other age-appropriate necessities. These kits are designed to meet the immediate needs of homeless youth and help them transition into our care with a sense of security and comfort.

 

“We are incredibly grateful to Siouxland Community Foundation for their support,” said Kim Scorza, CEO, Crittenton Center. “This grant will make a significant impact in the lives of the young people we serve, providing them with essential items that many of us take for granted. It is our goal to offer not just physical care, but also hope and a sense of belonging to these vulnerable individuals.”

 

Homelessness among youth is a growing concern in our community, with many young people facing challenges that affect their health, education, and overall well-being. Crittenton Center is dedicated to addressing these challenges by providing comprehensive support services, including shelter, education, therapeutic/mental health services, and now, these vital care kits.

 

The distribution of care kits is set to begin immediately, with the aim of reaching as many youth in need as possible. The items included in the kits have been carefully selected to address both immediate and ongoing needs, ensuring that each recipient feels valued and cared for.

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