Naples, FL – The Shelter for Abused Women & Children is hosting Christmas in July to help meet the ongoing needs of 4,000 women and children victims of domestic violence who are served face-to-face each year by the certified domestic violence center.

In order to meet the needs of both resident and outreach program participants from across Naples, Marco Island, Immokalee, Lehigh Acres, Bonita Springs and the surrounding areas, the Shelter is hosting Christmas in July to secure much needed items including:

• Non-violent games & toys (all ages)
• Children’s clothing (all sizes for boys & girls)
• Phone cardsGasoline cards
• Gift cards to Publix, Winn Dixie, Target & Wal-mart
• Gift certificates for shoesDiapers (all sizes – especially large)
• Baby bottles & formula (all varieties)
• Strollers & car seats
• Peanut butter & jelly
• Food items
• Twin-size bed linens & comforters 
•  Towels & wash cloths (all sizes)     
• Plastic dinnerware/tumblers             
• Cooking & baking pans                          
• Deodorant, razors & toiletries
• Toilet paper, facial tissue & paper towels     
• Tampons & personal hygiene products
• Toothbrushes, paste & dental floss
• Laundry & dish detergents              
• New & gently used cell phones (for 911 calls only)

 To learn more about participating in the Shelter’s Christmas in July campaign, please call 239-775-3862, ext. 235.

For more information on the Shelter for Abused Women & Children, please call 239-775-3862, or visit us online at www.naplesshelter.org

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The Shelter for Abused Women & Children helps adult and child victims and survivors of domestic violence through safety, intervention and support; educates the public about domestic violence; and advocates for social change against domestic violence. For more information, please contact us at 239-775-3862, or visit us online at: www.naplesshelter.org

Media Contact: Mary Ann T. Green, mgreen@naplesshelter.org, 239-775-3862, ext. 211