From May 1 to May 31, Soroptimist International of Bend is holding the 19th Annual “Community Baby Shower” donation event.  The club is asking for community donations of new or gently used baby items - such as clothing, blankets (crocheted or knitted, baby quilts); crocheted sweaters, hats, booties, baby socks, crib sheets.  Sizes from newborn up to at least 12 months of age are appreciated. Note: We cannot accept used car seats.  

Donations will be distributed throughout the Tri-County area by the Oregon Department of Human Services to families in need and foster families who take in an infant or toddler on short notice. Being able to access these items helps alleviate financial burdens for families in our community, and bring comfort to the infants and toddlers in their care. 

With the help of our generous community, Soroptimist International of Bend would like to thank our community in advance for making sure our smallest community members know that the people of Bend sincerely care for their well-being. Collection baskets are placed citywide at supporting businesses, making it easy to participate. Donation drop-off locations with our community partners are listed below.  

The Quilt Basket – 20225 Badger Road, Bend

Jake’s Diner – 2210 US Hwy 20, Bend

Hopscotch Kids – 1303 NW Galveston, Bend  

Phagan’s Beauty College – 1310 NE Cushing, Bend

Osteo-Strong  – 1543 NE 3rd, Bend

Bella Studios - 2150 NE Studio Road, Suite 6, Bend

Harcourt’s - The Garner Group Real Estate - 444 SW 6th Street, Redmond