Domestic Violence Awareness Month: UC CAREs Boxes
Approximately 20 people experience domestic violence in America every minute. And, 1 in 3 families in Merced County will experience domestic violence. Victims must often leave their abusers with little to no belongings; by sponsoring a personalized UC Merced CAREs Box, you will give survivors their first step towards an independent life from abuse.
Our 8th annual UC Cares Boxes campaign is a heartfelt initiative that aims to provide vital resources, support, and a sense of care to survivors of domestic violence. By participating, you can contribute to the healing and empowerment of survivors in our community.
We would be delighted to have you as a part of this campaign with us!
To participate in the 2024 9th Annual UC CAREs Boxes campaign, click here.
Please be aware that the deadline to register for boxes to fill up is Friday, October 25th and the deadline to return/schedule a pick-up for the boxes is Thursday, October 31st.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at ucmcare@ucmerced.edu.
Thank you for considering this important cause!
Suggested Items for Boxes
| Box Category | Hygiene | Household Items | School Supplies | Infants/Kids | Girls/Women | Boys/Men | Pangender/Non-binary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suggested Items | Shampoo, Dry Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Mouthwashes, Deodorant, Soap, Body Wash, Loofah, Razors, Hair Products, Facial Products, Menstrual Products, Essential Oils, Lotion | towels, laundry detergent, dry sheets, pillowcases, fleece blankets, first-aid kits, hand sanitizers, hand soap, bath towels | coloring books, coloring pencils, crayons, notebooks, folders, pens, rulers, pencils, erasers, highlighters | clothes, jackets, flip-flops, slippers, underwear, backpacks, baby wipes, toys, blankets, diapers | socks, underwear, bras/sports bras, sweats, shirts, sweaters, jackets, flip-flops, slippers | socks, underwear/boxers, shirts, pants, sweats, sweaters, jackets, flip-flops, slippers | socks, underwear, shirts, pants, sweats, sweaters, jackets, flip-flops, slippers |
