HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — AshaKiran is hosting a holiday supply drive. The nonprofit helps victims of human trafficking, sexual assault and domestic violence, especially within the foreign-born community.
These victims often leave dangerous situations, forcing them to turn to AshaKiran with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
So, this supply drive was put in place to ensure that those survivors have the proper winter gear, and personal items this holiday season.
The group is currently asking for new and unused items only, such as:
- Robes and flip flops for both men and women
- Winter items such as hats, gloves and scarves for men, women and children
- As well as pajamas for men, women and children
- Blankets, diapers, wipes and toys
The supply drive will run from November 22nd to December 20th, 2021.
"You might be out you know, buying things for your children and it's such a good thing for you to do, especially if you are shopping with your children to say, hey, instead of buying this toy for myself, why don't I pick out a toy for somebody who might really need it and who has never had something like this," said an Outreach Advocate for AshaKiran, Emily Griggs Howard.
By donating to the supply drive, you will help to keep 'A Ray of Hope' alive for these brave individuals who are trying to create a new, hopeful, healthy life for themselves. AshaKiran translates to 'A Ray of Hope.'
For more information on the supply drive and how to help, email Howard at emily@ashakiranonline.org or call 256-348-4854.
From their website: AshaKiran, Inc., “A Ray of Hope”, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free, confidential and culturally-sensitive services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking across the state of Alabama.
AshaKiran is the only shelter in the state who provides culturally specific services, including language interpretation. Through its service, AshaKiran reaches historically underserved communities throughout the state.
For immediate assistance, call the 24-hour crisis service “AshaLine” at 800-793-3010. For more information about AshaKiran, Inc., please visit www.ashakiranonline.org.