KiDs Need to be KiDs

Have you seen the headlines lately?
Floods Swallow Towns and Farms
Rising Waters Drive 38,000 People from Their Homes
Flood Warnings Remain in Effect for Mississippi Valley

From hurricanes in the Gulf to wildfires in California, and most recently the floods in the Midwest – when a natural disaster occurs, many of us feel the need to do something to help those whose lives have been turned upside down. Sometimes it’s difficult to know just what to do.

As Kappa Deltas with a long history of community service, we are prepared to reach out to those who have been affected by these kinds of tragedies.

Kappa Delta launched its KiDs need to be KiDs campaign just days following Hurricane Katrina. The sorority was able to gather thousands of toys, games and other necessities in the weeks that followed. Together we continued to make a difference in the lives of children in need.

The KiDs need to be KiDs campaign addresses the emotional needs of young victims. While many other organizations worked to meet the basic needs of victims, Kappa Delta is provided comfort and support to those children whose lives are in chaos.

“This was a natural progression of the sorority’s strong commitment to children in need,” says Lillian Leslie, Kappa Delta Foundation's Chairman. “A toy or book for a young child can help to boost the spirits of those who have lost everything." Kappa Delta, a long-time supporter of Prevent Child Abuse America, sees this campaign as a way to combat stress and strengthen families.

 

September 2011

The campaign has been activated in response to Hurricane Irene. If you would like to be a part of providing comfort and hope, please see the information below.

Kappa Delta partners wtih Kids in Distressed Situations to distribute the toys where they are needed the most. Send NEW toys, games, books, etc. directly to: Kids in Distressed Situations, Attn: Cristina Morais, 112 West 34th Street, Suite 1133, New York, NY 10120. When shipping, please include this form to indicate that your items are sent on behalf of Kappa Delta's KiDs need to be KiDs Campaign.

For more information on the KiDs need to be KiDs campaign, contact Kappa Delta at (800) 536-1897 or email initiativescomm@kappadelta.org.