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Auburn Office | St. Francis Gift & Thrift

CSS REGIONAL ROUNDUP | Auburn: Blessed Beginnings

Life often unfolds in ways we cannot anticipate, reminding us that we are all part of a larger, supportive community. For one new mother, her little one decided to make an early appearance right around the Independence Day holiday. When nursing difficulties arose and she found herself unable to reach WIC for immediate assistance, she reached out to us. Since we had walked alongside this family before, we were ready to step in and support them.

When Grandma visited our office to pick up a can of formula, it was our pleasure to also provide a "Blessed Beginnings Box"—a gift from our community designed to act as a baby shower in a box. It was filled with diapers, newborn essentials, clothing, and a lovingly handmade quilt. We also included a donated Walmart gift card, hoping to ease any immediate stresses during those first few days at home.

The family returned the following week for food pantry staples and personal care items, giving us the opportunity to meet the newest member of their family. It remains our sincere honor to share forward all that donors have provided as we wrap this growing family in love and support as they navigate their new chapter.

šŸ«¶šŸ»Support CSS Auburn

CHARLIE'S PROJECT

Do you want to brighten someone’s day? Donate to our CSS Food Market birthday section! We need:

  • Cake mix
  • Frosting
  • Cards Candles
  • Disposable Cake Pans

Donation Drop Off at St. Francis Gift & Thrift (1014 Central Ave, Auburn) during open store hours ONLY.

-OR- Donate money towards our project: click here and under special designation choose "Charlie's Project (Auburn Food Market)"


CSS Auburn Food Market Most Needed Items

If you wish to donate to our CSS Food Market, please leave a message at 402-327-6242 to set up a drop-off time. Donations can ALWAYS be brought to St Francis Gift & Thrift during open store hours. 

While any nonperishable item is appreciated, some items prove especially helpful to fill in the gaps and best meet the needs of those we serve. 

Food Items

  • Baking Essentials
  • Baking Mixes (Brownie, Cake, Cookie, Corn Muffin)
  • Boxed Meal Kits (ex: Hamburger Helper)
  • Boxed potatoes (mashed, scalloped, etc.)
  • Canned Soups
  • Condiments (plastic bottles)
  • Crackers
  • Granola/Protein Bars
  • Hot & Cold Cereals
  • Stuffing Mix

Personal Care Items

  • Laundry detergent
  • Dish Soap
  • Baby Wipes
  • Cleaning wipes 
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Deodorant

Donate Other Items

Household items may be brought to our Auburn CSS Gift & Thrift store. Click here for more information.

To better serve and uphold the dignity of our clients, we have establishedĀ guidelines for our donation programĀ and we ask thatĀ all potential donors of furniture or larger items fill out a screening form.Ā Click here for our online form.

Donate Money

Your gifts, both large and small, will help us bringĀ Hope in the Good LifeĀ to those we serve together in the 5 county area served by our outreach office. Click here to donate online.

Volunteer

Our Auburn officeĀ offers many opportunities for individuals, families, and parish communities to serve those in need. Ultimately, we are about service to one another: the disabled, the aged, the newcomer, and the poor among us.Ā Click here to fill out our simple online volunteer application.