CharityRx, a nonprofit organization that provides prescription discount cards to help individuals save money on their medications, partnered with Project Linus to make a difference in the lives of children in foster care. They donated over 200 suitcases and blankets to the Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency in California. CharityRx donates to different charities each month when customers use the CharityRx prescription discount card at the pharmacy.
According to recent statistics from the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS), there are currently more than 400,000 children in foster care in the United States. These children have been removed from their homes due to neglect, abuse, or other safety concerns. While foster care is intended to provide a safe and loving temporary home for these children, the reality is that many of them face numerous challenges during their time in the system.
One of the many challenges children in foster care face is losing personal belongings when they are removed from their homes. When placed with a new family, they often carry their few belongings in black garbage bags. This adds to the stressful experience of being uprooted from their homes and contributes to feelings of shame.
“This month’s donation is special for my wife and me. As many of you know, we were foster parents for three and a half years. During that time, we learned that kids in foster care usually go from home to home with a garbage bag for luggage. When I heard that, I immediately dreamed of filling up a trailer full of suitcases to give to foster kids…”
Eric Beaumont
CharityRx and Project Linus recognized this need and took action by donating suitcases and blankets to foster care agencies. In addition to these comfort items, CharityRx team members and families wrote messages of love and encouragement on 230 notecards. These simple donations can make a big difference in the lives of children in foster care by giving them a sense of ownership, comfort, and dignity.
The donation of 230 suitcases and blankets may seem small, but it has significantly impacted the children at the Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency. These donations will not only provide practical benefits, like having a place to store their belongings, but they will also boost the children’s morale and self-esteem.
In addition to providing physical items, charitable giving and donations to foster care agencies also help raise awareness about the needs of the children. It encourages more people to get involved and make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable children.
Agency CEO Lisa Casarez-Austin posted on social media, “Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency was blessed beyond measure today as CharityRx owners Ashlie & Eric Beaumont traveled all the way from Utah to deliver 230 suitcases for our children in foster care. We were able to share the blessing with my beautiful sister/friend, Director of CASA Fresno/Madera County, Wilma Hashimoto. ❤️ A special thank you to Norma and Ray Rios for being a blessing. ❤️ Love them!!! ❤️”
CharityRx team members Ray and Norma Rios met Eric and Ashlie Beaumont in Fresno to deliver the blankets and suitcases. Eric said, “This month’s donation is special for my wife and me. As many of you know, we were foster parents for three and a half years. During that time, we learned that kids in foster care usually go from home to home with a garbage bag for luggage. When I heard that, I immediately dreamed of filling up a trailer full of suitcases to give to foster kids.
“Today, we filled up that trailer I dreamed of four years ago. We have been pushing the Buy Now button on Amazon for nearly two full months. Every couple of days, more boxes would stack up on my doorstep, and I thought. ‘this is a little overboard, even for you.’ Some might call it coincidence or luck, but we ended up ordering the exact number of suitcases that would fit into this trailer–exact! Coincidence… I don’t think so!”
Ray said in a social media post, “Norma and I had a great time with Eric and Ashlie as we dropped off much-anticipated suitcases at Angels of Grace Foster Family Agency. They were completely surprised by the carry-on suitcases (they were actually expecting something more like duffel bags). Lisa, the CEO, shared half of the suitcases with another county-run foster agency, CASA, and they, too, were very grateful and thankful! It was truly an amazing day for us… and we made the news!”
By getting involved and supporting foster care agencies, we can help create a better future for children in the system. Every donation and act of kindness makes a difference in the lives of these children and helps them feel valued and cared for. Together, we can bring hope and stability to their lives and help them reach their full potential. So, let’s continue to spread awareness and support foster care agencies in any way we can. With your help, we can make a positive impact on the lives of children in foster care. Let’s continue to spread awareness and support foster care agencies in any way we can.
Support charities and save up to 80% when you use your CharityRx prescription discount card at the pharmacy. Each prescription filled using the card saves money and generates donations to a deserving organization or cause. When you save, CharityRx donates!
