Duffels For Kids

The Story of the Duffel In 2013, we learned a heartbreaking truth: children entering the foster care system were often given only five minutes to gather their belongings, and those belongings were placed in a black trash bag.

We knew these children deserved better. We believe that a duffel bag is more than just a place to put clothes—it’s a message of dignity, comfort, and worth.

Duffels for Kids: Restoring Dignity Since 2013 No child should face a crisis with a trash bag. We provide brand-new, age-specific duffel bags to children from newborn to age 17, ensuring they have comfort and essentials during their most difficult transitions.

• 11+ Years of Impact: Serving Wisconsin families since 2013.

• Statewide Reach: Proudly supporting children in all 72 Wisconsin counties.

• Collaborative Care: Partnering with domestic abuse shelters, homeless shelters, local schools, and first responders.

• More Than a Bag: Every duffel is packed with age-specific essentials designed to provide immediate comfort.

If you are a first responder, school, hospital, shelter, or foster care department in Wisconsin; order your bags today.

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Our Hope for The Children When They Receive One of Our Bags...

They Know They are Loved
It is important that the children who receive our bags feel comforted. We believe it is important that they receive brand new items that can be just for them to keep. Our hope is that they would know that they are loved and cared for.

They Feel at Home
We want the children who receive our bags to feel they feel safe, valued and significant during this transition. Providing them with items such as a fleece blanket, flashlight and stuffed animal helps to ensure they feel comfortable during this traumatic time.

They Have Confidence
Children displaced from their homes and brought into foster care often feel very vulnerable and afraid. Our hope is that they feel they can be confident in themselves and their situation even when things around them might not be easy.

They Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle
Our bags provide children with items such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush and soap to help them maintain their basic hygiene habits. When a child is displaced from their home they might not think to grab these necessary items. We make sure they don’t go without these basic necessities.