What to Pack in a Blessing Bag

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Hygiene items to include:

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Bar of soap or body wipes
  • Deodorant
  • Comb or small brush
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hand lotion
  • Towelettes
  • Razor
  • Band-Aids

Non-perishable snacks to include:

  • Granola bars
  • Breakfast bars
  • Peanut butter crackers
  • Trail mix or nuts
  • Dried fruit
  • Beef jerky
  • Hard candy
  • Mints
  • Bottled water

Weather-appropriate items to include:

  • Warm socks
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Hand warmers (in winter)
  • Sunscreen (in summer)
  • Poncho or small umbrella
  • Lip balm for dry lips

You might also include the phone numbers and addresses of local organizations which provide services to those in need.

Personalize your bag with a note of encouragement.

For more information, see https://young-catholics.com/833/make-blessing-bags-for-the-homeless/