Outdoor gear is “leisure gear” for some – but for young people sleeping outside, it is essential for survival. Help homeless youth stay warm this winter by donating in-demand items to Northwest Youth Services during October Survival Drive. Make a donation at any of the participating breweries: Aslan Brewing Co.,Boundary Bay Brewery, Chuckanut Brewery, Kulshan Brewing Co., and Wander Brewing.
Northwest Youth Services provides housing and wrap-around support services to young people age 13 to 24 in Whatcom and Skagit County. The nonprofit’s mission is to collaborate with at-risk, runaway, and homeless youth to foster self-reliance. Their vision is that all young people have a place to belong: to be safe, heard, and valued.
On Tuesday, October 4, each participating brewery will kick off the month-long drive with a “Drink Out” fundraising event: 10 percent of drink sales for that day will benefit Northwest Youth Services’ Detour Street Outreach Program.
Survival Drive Checklist:
Tents
Tarps
Sleeping bags
Backpacks
Warm & waterproof jackets, pants, gloves, boots
Warm socks
Instant warm beverages and soups
Learn more about Northwest Youth Services and how you can help end youth homelessness by visiting their website at www.nwys.org.