COMMUNITY CONNECT DRIVE & DROP

Published on March 10, 2025

Sunday March 23rd 10.45am-12.45pm

St. Patrick’s  Parish Centre Car Park

DONATE TO HELP FAMILIES IN NEED!

Community Connect is a registered charity that helps pregnant mothers, parents with new babies and young children, who are in need.  They provide baby equipment, clothing and essential items to these families.  Welcoming a new baby is a very special time in any family’s life, but can be a challenging time for those who are struggling financially. This is where Community Connect’s support is so valuable.

Help us to gather much-needed essential items for pregnant mothers and families with new babies around the country – just pick up a few extra items in your weekly shop!

  • ITEMS THAT CAN BE ACCEPTED (NEW ITEMS ONLY):
  • Nappies – size 1 to 6, Baby wipes, Nappy Sacks
  • Baby Wash/Shampoo, Nappy Cream, Baby Sponges, Baby Cotton Wool
  • Packs of babygros and vests (newborn to 6 months)
  • Packs of baby hooded towels, Baby blankets, Packs of baby bibs, Baby bottles
  • Hospital bag items – dark towels, maternity nightdresses, slippers, toilet bags, sanitary towels, breast pads, nipple cream, new packs of dark underwear
  • Unopened Gift Items for Mothers: hand cream, lip balm, body lotion, body wash, fluffy socks/slippers, etc. (no candles or glass items please)

Financial donations also accepted on the day.

For more information see:  www.communityconnect.ie/driveanddrop/

Community Connect welcome any support for their work, so even if you are unable to donate to Drive & Drop, you might consider sponsoring a package of essentials for a mother and baby in need on their website communityconnect.ie.

All donations will be gratefully received!