Seasonal Toy and Sports Equipment Drive for Youth in Wheeler Foster Care
On April 28, Wheeler conducted a seasonal toy and sports equipment drive at Gnazzo's Food Center in Plainville. Generous donations from all corners of the community poured in to benefit children and youth in Wheeler's Foster Care program.
Special thanks to the following individuals, organizations and families for their interest, participation and support.
- The Staff at New Britain Pediatric Group
- Keith Gnazzo from Gnazzo’s Food Center in Plainville
- Margaret and Tim McCarthy from Tim McCarthy, Tax Preparation and Planning in Avon
- Bonnie and Chet Popilowski
Download the event flyer here.
Learn more about Wheeler's Foster Care Programs here.
Our Wish List
Seasonal Sports Items
- Unopened bottles of Gatorade and water
- Sports balls (basketball, football, baseball, soccer ball, tennis balls, etc.)
- Baseball bats
- Tennis rackets
- Helmets (baseball or bike riding)
Arts and Crafts
- Arts and Craft kits (jewelry making, paint kits, play pack grab and go)
- Coloring books
- Activity books (word search, Sudoku)
- Crayons
- Glue sticks
- Colored pencils
- Markers
- Paint
- Paint brushes
And More!
- Reading books (for a variety of ages)
- Bubbles
- Kites
- Sidewalk Chalk
For information about this event and/or foster care opportunities, call 860.793.7277, or email FosterCarePrograms@Wheelerclinic.org or visit WheelerClinic.org/Foster.