Orland Park Collecting Humanitarian Aid for Ukrainian Refugees

Orland Park, IL (March 14, 2022) –In an effort to provide assistance in the form of vital supplies in support of Ukrainian refugees, the Village of Orland Park is organizing a collection event to be held on March 19, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Village Hall, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. in Orland Park.

“We are hoping to provide much-needed everyday essentials to Ukrainian refugees to help those who are in a very difficult situation,” said Mayor Keith Pekau. “As a community, Orland Park has always come through for others as we are a community of generous, caring and compassionate people.”

Those who cannot attend the day of the collection event but still wish to contribute can drop off items at Village Hall at any time prior to the March 19, 2022 event. Collection bins will be located in the lobby.

Sponsors are needed, should local businesses wish to assist with transportation, packaging or donations as well.

Items being collected will focus on the needs of the many Ukrainian women and children who are refugees in Poland at this time. We ask that all items be new and unexpired.

Items requested include:

·         Baby Items (clothing, diapers, blankets, rash cream, wipes, bibs, sippy cups, teethers, etc.)

·         Sleeping bags and blankets

·         Feminine hygiene products

·         First aid (Antibiotic ointment, Aquaphor ointment, Band-Aids, digital thermometer, lip balm, tissues, antibacterial wipes, fever reducer)

·         Women’s and Children’s Clothing (hats, gloves, scarves, socks, underwear, thermal undergarment, etc.)

·         Backpacks

·         Refillable water bottles

In addition to items, monetary donations are needed to cover shipping fees and those who are available to volunteer can donate their time. A sign up form can be accessed at orlandpark.org/Ukraine.

“We will need people to assist with packaging items and labeling boxes so that we can get these necessities to those who are in need as quickly and efficiently as possible,” said Pekau.

Please visit orlandpark.org/Ukraine for links to donate funds for shipping, volunteer opportunities, an Amazon wish list and more information about the collection event.

Contact:

Nabeha Zegar

Communications & Marketing Manager / PIO

nzegar@orlandpark.org       

708/403-6286

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