Help make a difference now!

A little can go a long way for children in Shelter Care. Our Shelter Care program serves between 20 and 25 Butte county children a month. These children often come to us in acute crisis. It is the Shelter Care staff’s goal to provide a safe environment for the child until the crisis can be resolved.

Butte county is suffering a tremendous problem with methamphetamine. Our most urgent need at this time is a basic welcome pack for our children in Shelter Care. These children are quite often detained from houses used as methamphetamine labs and because of that they have to dispose of all their belongings immediately. This leaves kids with literally nothing including the clothes on their back because of meth contamination.

There are many ways to help foster children and families by helping us fulfill our wish list. We would like to provide a welcome pack of basic things such as: A toothbrush, tooth paste, brushes, etc. Full outfit of clothing including a pair of socks, shoes, pants, shirt and underwear a stuffed animal or book at a cost of $25 per child.

We see over 200 kids a year in shelter: the total cost $5,000. We are asking that you consider sponsoring a child or more with a donation of $25 - $100.

Help kids gain new experiences!

Most of us take for granted the things we are able to give to our own children: summer camp or music lessons, prom tickets or dresses, contact lenses or bicycles, roller blades or team uniforms.

For kids placed in foster care, the basics are provided; the extras might not be. What seems like a small gesture to some can make childhood a whole lot better for kids in foster care.

Help the Kids

• Sponsor a dinner or a sporting event (bowling or skating).
• Provide Holiday/Birthday gifts or gift packs (toiletries/bedding).
• Donate movie tickets, fast food coupons, or tickets to cultural events.
• Become a mentor or tutor a child.
• Stop by our Thursday Night Market booth and buy some cards, magnets or stepping stones. It all goes to the donation fund.

Help recruit new Foster Parents

• Donate advertising space on menus, newspapers, billboards, or newsletters.
• Provide a special night out.
• Donate funds to support activities.
• Use our logo on promotional items.
• Tell your friends and associates about the need for foster parents.

Yes, I would like to make a difference! I am sending my tax-deductible donation for:

___ $25 ___ $50 ___ $75
___ $100 ___ $150 ___ $200
___ Other

Please print out and remit to:
Attn: Donations
Youth and Family Programs
2577 California Park Drive
Chico, CA 95928

Thank you for your interest!

ILP Store

Everyone loves to shop. Shopping at the ILP store helps them do just that. The ILP store is a free store where not only foster youth but our community parrtners with families in need can get the things they would not be able to afford.

Your donations help keep the ILP store fully stocked year round. Please show your support by dropping of your donations at the store location listed below.

Store Information

Address:
The Butte County ILP Store
3860 Morrow Lane, Suite B
Chico, CA 95928

Store Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 11am–6pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 1:30pm-6pm
Friday: 11am-5pm

(Closed Every Fri. June thru August)

(Closed: Saturday & Sunday)

Additional Store Closures: May 15th & 31st

Store Wishlist

NEW OR GENTLY USED CLOTHING
All sizes from newborn to adults

• Infants & Toddlers
• Children
• Teens & Adults
• Job Interview Clothing
• Shoes & Socks?
• New Panties, Undershirts, Camisoles & Bras
• New Boxers, Briefs, & Undershirts
• Jeans, Shorts & Shirts
• Athletic Gear & Hoodies

TOYS & ACCESSORIES

• Baby toys
• Dolls & accessories
• Electronic learning games
• Heely shoes
• Portable game systems
• Media players
• Sports equipment
• Books
• Make-up kits
• Jewelry
• DVD’s
• Bikes
• Skateboards
• Helmets & protective gear

Household items

• Pot & Pans
• Dishes
• Towels
• Sheets Sets
• Furniture
  Please: No Used Mattresses & Car Seats

ILP Store Partners

Youth for Change
Triad Foster Family Agency
Butte County Children’s Services
Torres Shelter
Citrus Elementary
Bidwell Presbyterian Church
Caring Choices
Catalyst
American Red Cross
Marsh Junior High
Chapman Elementary
Jesus Center

Youth and Family’s Programs
Butte County ILP
Group Home
THP (transitional Housing)
THP+
Foster Care
Shelter Care

For more information on the store:

Tami Thompson @ 530.893.2316 x212 or via email at tthompson@youthandfamily.info

Thank you for all your support!