Cranford MLK Event Seeks Volunteers of All Ages To Help Homeless

CRANFORD, NJ — Martin Luther King Day has been designated a national day of service, and several local towns have events to help create supply kits for the homeless and needy. For instance, a group in Westfield will package kits for homeless residents throughout the area (click "Westfield" for more info). And for the seventh year in a row, First Presbyterian Church of Cranford has invited community members of all ages to participate in their service fair to assist with assembling packages and other projects for homeless youth, the elderly, and veterans.

The Cranford fair will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday at “Bates Hall” (the large gym) on the corner of Springfield Avenue and Miln Street.

The event's organizers note, "This is a great event for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, confirmation service hours, and anyone who wants to make the day count by brightening the lives of people in need. This is a non-sectarian community event. Come and make the day count!"

You can also participate by donating:
1. Diapers or baby wipes for Raphael’s Life House
2. New women’s and children’s pajamas for the Union County Women’s shelter
3. Individually packaged toothbrushes and toothpaste (regular size), deodorant and bar soap for homeless youth.

St. Michael Parish Center in Cranford is also participating. There will be a donation box in the Parish Center and in the St. Michael Church foyer this Saturday and Sunday. The Parish Center is located in the lower level of 40 Alden St. in Cranford. The entrance is on Miln Street between Springfield Avenue and Alden Street.

The link to the event is here.

For questions, contact the project coordinator, Janice Grevious at janicegrevious@gmail.com.

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