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Our Greatest Needs

Our Greatest Needs

In our mission to serve abused and neglected children and those in foster care, The Blue Ribbon Project has an everchanging list of items that we tend to run short on and are greatly needed. Below is a current list. We require all clothing items to be new, and the tags should be left on each article of clothing (the price can be removed). 

We are extremely short on items that are highlighted in red.

Thank You so much for your support! Donations can be dropped off at The Blue Ribbon Project or at any of our convenient community partner donation drop-off locations. A current list of donation drop-off locations can be found on our Community Partner Donation Collection Locations.

 Another great way to support The Blue Ribbon Project is through our Amazon Wishlist. To visit our Amazon Wishlist, just click the banner below! 

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  • Infant Girls Clothing

    • Short sleeve shirts:  12-18 month, 18 month
    • Onesies (snap between the legs):  12-18 month, 18 month

  • Girls Clothing

    • Pants with elastic waists:  3T
    • Short sleeve shirts:  3/4, 4T, 8/10, 10, 10/12, 12, 12/14, 14
    • Pajamas (no fleece):  5/6, 6, 10/12, 12, 12/14, 14

  • Misses/Womens Clothing

    • Pants with elastic waists:  Small, 
    • Short sleeve shirts:  Small
    • Pajamas (no fleece):  Small, Medium

  • Infant Boys Clothing

    • Pants with elastic waists:  12-18m, 18m, 18-24 month, 24 month
    • Short sleeve shirts:  12-18 month, 18 month
    • Onesies (snap between the legs):  3-6 month, 6 month

  • Boys Clothing

    • Pants with elastic waists:  2T, 2/3, 3T, 3/4, 4T, 5/6, 6, 8/10, 10, 10/12, 12, 12/14, 14
    • Short sleeve shirts:  3/4, 4T, 5/6, 6
    • Pajamas (no fleece):  2/3, 3T, 6/7, 7, 10/12, 12, 12/14, 14

  • Adult Mens Clothing

    • Pants with elastic waists:  Small, Medium, Large
    • Short sleeve shirts:  Small, Medium
    • Pajamas (no fleece):  Small, Medium

  • Other items

    • Diapers size Newborn
    • Diapers size 4
    • Baby socks 0-12 months and 12-24 months
    • "Toys" for teens (adult coloring books, fidgets, small lego sets)

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Organize a Volunteer Day

Organize a Volunteer Day

The Blue Ribbon Project is a volunteer-driven organization. We could not do what we do without the wonderful support of volunteers. One way to get involved to help support abused and neglected children in our community is to organize a volunteer day for your group.

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We frequently host private groups who wish to get involved. The groups range from professional organizations, church groups, local scouting troops..., and even a group of friends who wish to get together to make a difference. 

When we host volunteer groups, tasks can range from sorting donations for Mirah's Closet to building Backpacks of Love for children and youth entering foster care.

We can also work with you to help organize the event, such as setting up a private event page on our website or having members register.

If you would like to organize a private volunteer day for your group or organization, please --Contact Us-- and we'll work with you in getting an event set up.

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Posted in Get Involved.

Get Involved

Get Involved

There are many ways to become personally involved in The Blue Ribbon Project. While donations are always greatly appreciated, volunteering and getting involved in other ways is a great way to help support abused and neglected children in our community.

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Organize a Volunteer Day

Get Involved

We frequently host private groups who wish to get involved. The groups range from professional organizations, church groups, local scouting troops..., and even a group of friends who wish to get together to make a difference. 

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Host a Drive

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If You Are Concerned About a Child

If you are concerned that a child may be experiencing abuse or neglect, please do not wait. You do not need proof - you only need reasonable concern. Reports made in good faith are protected by law.

  • If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
  • Maryland Child Protective Services Hotline: To report suspected abuse within Maryland, contact the Department of Social Services statewide hotline at 1-800-91Prevent (1-800-917-7383), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Outside of Maryland - Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453 (1-800-4-A-CHILD), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for mental health crisis support.

AI chatbots are not a substitute for trained crisis professionals. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please use the resources above. Reporting abuse can protect a child. Remember, you do not need to be certain that abuse is occurring - if you have concerns, reach out. Trained professionals will assess the situation and take appropriate steps.  If you are a survivor of childhood abuse and are struggling with its effects, support is available. Healing is possible, and you deserve to access it.