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320 total layettes were distributed during 2024-2025
320 total layettes were distributed during 2024-2025
In 1884, Mary Virginia Merrick began the Christ Child Society with a gift of baby clothes, handmade by herself, to a mother in need and her baby. This layette is the design the Christ Child Society uses today. Layette bundles include baby care items such as blankets, diapers, clothing, toiletry items and child care information.
In 1884, Mary Virginia Merrick began the Christ Child Society with a gift of baby clothes, handmade by herself, to a mother in need and her baby. This layette is the design the Christ Child Society uses today. Layette bundles include baby care items such as blankets, diapers, clothing, toiletry items and child care information.
Each chapter in the National Christ Child Society has a Layette Program and involves purchasing, packaging, and distribution of layettes to mothers of infants. Our Chapter works with the Akron hospitals and area agencies in providing this wonderful gift for mothers and their babies.
Each chapter in the National Christ Child Society has a Layette Program and involves purchasing, packaging, and distribution of layettes to mothers of infants. Our Chapter works with the Akron hospitals and area agencies in providing this wonderful gift for mothers and their babies.
Our members help to purchase the items for the layettes, package, bundle and distribute them to newborns through social service agencies and hospitals in Summit County. Christ Child Society members sew blankets for layettes as well. The layette is the first step into the “Challenging Poverty One Child at a Time” initiative for the child, family and community.
Our members help to purchase the items for the layettes, package, bundle and distribute them to newborns through social service agencies and hospitals in Summit County. Christ Child Society members sew blankets for layettes as well. The layette is the first step into the “Challenging Poverty One Child at a Time” initiative for the child, family and community.
IMG_7114.MOVWho we are
Who we are
We are a small group of 10-15 volunteers that meet as needed at the Beck Center delighted in helping newborn babies and families in need.
IMG_7113.MOVWhat we do
What we do
We provide basic necessities for newborn babies and premature infants with limited resources.
IMG_7115.MOVVolunteer Info
Volunteer Info
All members are welcome to each packing party. Please also consider making blankets, burp cloths and baby hats.
Thank you to the Akron Community Foundation for their generous grant of $1,000 to the Layette Program. This grant was made possible thanks to a select board of discretionary funds established by donors who wish to combat important needs in the community. Our grant was awarded from the Millenium Fund for Children of Akron Community Foundation.
Visit www.akroncf.org to learn more
A donation of $100 will help us create one layette for newborn babies.
A donation of $100 will help us create one layette for newborn babies.
We additionally are seeking donations for any of the following products:
We additionally are seeking donations for any of the following products:
Diapers: Preemie or Newborn, Wipes, Diaper Cream, Baby Socks, Burp Cloths
Diapers: Preemie or Newborn, Wipes, Diaper Cream, Baby Socks, Burp Cloths
"We found the bags to be a great gift to women and families who recently delivered. What we love most are the personalized notes that accompany each bag. Please let me know if this great resource is still available and how we can obtain more." -LaKesh Hayes: Executive Director, Project Ujima, Inc.
IMG_7125.MOVPlease contact Patty Smith if you would like to get involved
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