ALYSSA BUMP
Life & Arts Editor
When thinking of items to donate to shelters, oftentimes people think of canned food, clothing and personal care items.
An item most people forget that is desperately needed at shelters is bed sheets.
As a result of COVID-19, many new people have had to seek help at shelters. The pandemic has caused many people to lose their jobs and incomes.
These new individuals and families that are entering shelters often need new bed sheets.
Thankfully, Phi Alpha Honors Society of Social Work is currently running a fundraiser to collect twin, XL and full bed sheets.
Elyse Muder, the president of Phi Alpha, came up with the idea of bed sheets because she works with Haven House in Buffalo for her field placement.
She said, “One of the things they need that people may not think of is bed sheets.”
In regards to why this fundraiser is important, Muder said, “There are many people in need for basic items that aren’t the typical donation item. There are many things people in our communities are in need of, and we wanted to make it a little bit easier to get.”
If you choose to donate sheets for this fundraiser, make sure to get new sheets. The club is not accepting used sheets.
If you can’t donate bed sheets but still want to help the cause — don’t fret. The club is also accepting donations through Venmo that will be put towards more bed sheets.
The fundraiser will conclude at the end of March. All Venmo donations should be sent to @alexaxo8.
The sheets will be donated to the Child and Family Services of Buffalo.
You can drop off all donated sheets at W363 in Thompson Hall. There will be a box outside of Dr. Clarkson-Hendrix’s office Monday-Friday until 5 p.m.