Bachelors of Social Work
Student Association
ORGANIZE
As the donations start rolling in, it is important for BSWSA to keep the donations organized. This helps members keep track of what items are still needed.
PACKAGE
Once the collection period has ended, BSWSA members get together to sort and package the donations. Hygiene items and basic necessities are used to make care packages. A blanket is also included in each care package. BSWSA also collects gently used clothing to distribute.
Pictured on the right: BSWSA attend packaging day in January 2016.
DISTRIBUTE
Once the care packages have been assembled, BSWSA members distribute the items at a pre-determined location. BSWSA usually seeks a community partner to assist with the distribution. In 2016, the community partner was Indy Meal Share.
Pictured in the middle: BSWSA members at distribution day 2015 at Roberts Park Methodist Church.
COLLECT
Collection usually runs from November through January. Distribution normally occurs in February.
Pictured on the left: Collection boxes in the Social Work Commons at IUPUI.
PROMOTE
After BSWSA members have their community partners, they work on creating flyers and promotional material to advertise the event.
Plan
BSWSA members seek out community partners as they prepare for the Blanket and Care package Drive. Community partners agree to host a drop off location, meaning they have a donation box at their business that people can donate to.
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The Blanket and Care Package Drive
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