20 Ways You Can Help The Nest!
Make a monetary donation - Make a financial contribution by visiting our donation page HERE. Every donation makes a difference!
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Host a fundraiser - If your business, school, church, or social group is interested in hosting a fundraiser for us, please contact JoEllen Wilhoite, at jwilhoite@thenestlexington.org. You can also host a fundraiser for us on Facebook.
Host a donation drive - Organize a drive at your business, school, church, or social group for our most needed items! (Shampoo, soap, razors, & deodorant; size 4-6 diapers; and new toys & coats during the holidays.) For more info, contact Adam Kuhn, Family Assistance Coordinator, at (859) 259-1974 x222 or akuhn@thenestlexington.org.
Shop from our Amazon Wish Lists - Purchase these much-needed items for us from the comfort of home, and they'll be shipped and delivered directly to us! Family Assistance Wish List Child Care Wish List IPV & Parenting Wish Lists Reindeer Express Wish List
Choose us as your Kroger Plus Card Community Rewards recipient – Every time you shop at Kroger and use your plus card, we will receive a donation at no cost to you! Learn more here.
Donate items to our Family Assistance program - Adult toiletries, cleaning supplies and paper products, diapers, formula, and unexpired and undamaged car seats are our most needed items. For more information, contact Adam Kuhn, Family Assistance Coordinator, at (859) 259-1974 x222 or akuhn@thenestlexington.org.
Organize a group to volunteer with us – We have a variety of volunteer opportunities that are always changing! Some examples include sorting and organizing donations, putting together toiletry kits, administrative tasks, set up for events, and more! Learn more here.
Become a “Storytime Hero” – If you are interested in reading your favorite children’s book to our child care kiddos, contact Jenny Norman, Director of Child Care, at (859) 259-1974 x228 or jnorman@thenestlexington.org.
Donate diapers to our “Love The Nest” Community Diaper Drive during the month of February – Help us reach our 20,000 diaper goal by the end of February! Sizes 4-6 and pull-ups are always especially needed.
Sign up for the UK Kappa Delta’s Shamrock Shuffle 5K in March – We receive a portion of the proceeds from the race. Visit the Kappa Delta’s website to learn more.
Donate gently used prom dresses and formal shoes and jewelry, or volunteer for our Bippity Boppity Boutique event in April – We provide local teens with free prom dresses and accessories to offset the high cost of attending prom, as well as a day of pampering during the event.
Volunteer to help with our annual Summer Family Fun Day in July – This is a completely free event in Duncan Park that brings families together for a day of fun! This is our way of saying thank you to our wonderful community.
Donate a high-value item or experience to our silent auction for A Night for The Nest in August – A Night for The Nest has raised to date close to one million dollars that has supported our services and programming.
Donate financially to our annual GoodGiving Challenge in December – This online giving challenge for local nonprofits is hosted by Blue Grass Community Foundation and Smiley Pete Publishing. Learn more here.
Donate a brand new toy, winter coat, or book for our annual Reindeer Express event in December – Help us make the holidays special for hundreds of local children! Click here for our Reindeer Express Amazon Wishlist.