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How your gift will make a difference
Each year we rely upon the generosity of our community. Last year, 232 children and their parents were served because of that support. Gifts of time, contributions of gently used or new items for families and cash donations allow us to keep children safe and families strong.

In-Kind Donations
Donate gently used or new items that are listed below to support the children and families we serve. 

Our most important needs right now are:

  • Toothpaste and toothbrushes
  • Books
  • Summer clothing for infants and toddlers

These gifts help our families take care of their bodies and health:

  • Disposable diapers sizes 4 & 5
  • Hygiene items such as shampoo and soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes
  • Children’s toothpaste and toothbrushes (non whitening)

These gifts help stimulate kids’ brain development:

  • Books
  • Educational toys for 3 and 4 year olds
  • Art projects & supplies for 3 and 4 year olds
  • Child safety scissors
  • Pads of blank white drawing paper
  • Pads of colored construction paper
  • Washable markers
  • Pencil sharpeners
  • Coloring books for young children
  • Play Dough
  • Watercolor paint sets

These gifts help our families clothe their ever-growing children:

  • Summer clothing for infants and toddlers
  • Girls clothing size 3T and 4T, new or gently used
  • Girls and boys long pants size 3T and 4T, new or gently used
  • Boys pajamas size 18 months to 5T, new or gently used
  • New underwear and socks for 3 and 4 year olds
  • Toddler shoes sizes 5 to 9, new or gently used

These gifts help us teach healthy eating habits:

  • Children’s cups and plates
  • Children’s books about food
  • Gardening tools for 3 & 4 year olds

These gifts help our families with essential items they wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford:

  • Umbrella stroller with rain guard (single and double)
  • Infant stroller
  • Toddler bed frame
  • Toddler, twin, full and queen mattress sets with frames
  • Dresser and bookcase

These gifts assist our office staff:

  • Two flat panel monitors
  • Microsoft Office 2007 for PC
  • Adobe Creative Suite (CS3, CS4 or CS5) software for PC

Due to safety, we are unable to accept gifts of used carseats or any crib.

Thank you for thinking of Children’s Relief Nursery! Your gifts go directly to our families who are grateful for your support in the community.

Make Your Pledge today and become A Member of CRN’s Family!
Research shows that the first three years of life are a critical time in a child’s overall development and lay the foundation for future success. By supporting infants and toddlers during these early years, you are making a wise investment for the future—yours and theirs.

Members of CRN’s Financial Family can give several times a year or through monthly installments (sustaining members). Your Annual Membership Support greatly enhances our ability to provide critical services to families in crisis.

Annual Membership Levels:
$ 5,000 – Champion
$ 2,500 – Protector
$ 1,000 – Advocate
$ 500 – Guardian
$ 250 – Mentor
$ 1-249 – Friend

“CARE 4 Kids” Ends Abuse in Portland!
Do you have a small business or work for a company that would like to increase sales while making a difference? Consider joining CRN’s “CARE 4 Kids” program! Communities Aiding Relief Efforts for Kids is a great way to expose your business to new customers loyal to Children’s Relief Nursery’s mission. Make the statement that you and your business are supporting child abuse prevention – actively working to make your community a safer place. You can donate a portion of your proceeds, include CRN’s wish list in your next mailing, sponsor an event or tailor your support to maximize the benefit. For more information or to sign up today, contact Elena Hein at (503) 595-4506.
Workplace Giving
Many community-minded companies have employee giving campaigns. Employees can make a one-time gift to Children's Relief Nursery or give through payroll deduction. Many employers will even match gifts to the Nursery - some up to 100 percent! Please check with your human resources department to see if such a program exists at your workplace.
The Combined Federal Campaign The Combined Federal Campaign is the largest workplace-giving program in the world--for employees of the federal government, the postal service and the uniformed services. Those who would like to contribute to Children's Relief Nursery should enter code "88246" on their pledge card.

Dollars can also be donated to Children's Relief Nursery through other workplace charitable campaigns such as United Way or the Black United Fund. These contributions either are one-time gifts or are fulfilled through payroll deduction by writing in Children's Relief Nursery on your pledge form. Please check with your workplace-giving administrator if you have questions.
Types of Gifts:
Outright Gifts are current contributions of cash, stocks, bonds, mutual fund shares, real estate, car donations, and personal property. The benefits of making an outright gift include a tax deduction based upon the current value of the gift and the avoidance of capital gain tax if the gift involves appreciated property.

A pledge is a gift commitment that is paid over time – usually made over three to five years. You get to decide when payments begin and their frequency. A pledge may enable a donor to consider a more significant gift than would have been otherwise possible – because payments are made over a period of time. Donors are entitled to income tax deductions when pledge payments are made, to the full extent allowed by law.

Planned Gifts are gifts made through a will or trust or can be designated through a commercial annuity, retirement plan or life insurance policy. We are also able to evaluate and possibly work with you to establish other deferred giving plans. Deferred gifts often provide the most attractive benefits to the donor.
A Gift to a Friend or Relative:
Make a gift in honor or memory of a loved one or friend. You can make a secured donation online or send a check to our office: 8425 N Lombard Street, Portland, OR 97203. If contact information is provided, we will send a letter to notify them of your gift.

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