METROPOLIS OF BOSTON PHILOPTOCHOS
REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS – EVERY DAY!
OPERATION HOUSEWARMING BASKETS
F O R
H O M E L E S S V E T E R AN S
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos, with the overwhelming support and generosity of all Philoptochos chapters and parish communities at large, to date, have provided more than 1000 “Housewarming Baskets” to veterans transitioning to independent living. Because veterans’ needs are continuous, this is an important and on-going ministry. The program now includes homeless women veterans with children.
The items listed on the “Wish List” (reverse side) represent the needs as identified by the homeless veterans in order to establish their home in the community.
Items collected by your chapter/parish should be delivered to the Metropolis (162 Goddard Ave., Brookline Ma. 02445-7414) for distribution to the veterans through the Veterans Administration (VA). Chapters located at a distance from the Metropolis are provided with a VA facility contact listing to facilitate the process.
NOTE: Monetary contributions or gift cards to home goods stores and/or grocery stores are welcome. The Metropolis Philoptochos will use the funds to purchase items from the “Wish List”. Checks should be made payable to: Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos
Thank you for your continued support and generosity
Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos
HOMELESS VETERANS WISH LIST – ALL NEW- NO USED ITEMS PLEASE
Broom/dustpan, mop Bed pillows & blanket/comforter
Bucket, toilet brush/holder Twin/full size bed cover
Paper towels (pkg. of 4) Queen size blankets/comforters
Dishpan dish rack/tray Queen size bed sheets
Dish soap Cloth (outside) shower mat
Bar soap (pkg. of 4) Bath towels & wash clothes
Liquid hand soap Welcome mat
Toothpaste Large area rug
Toilet paper (pkg. of 4) Iron & Ironing Board
Dish cloth & towels Cooking utensils & container
All-purpose cleaner Set of pots & pans
Laundry detergent Set of silverware (for 4)
Kitchen trash container Manual can opener
Small bathroom trash container
Microwave oven (countertop) CHILDRENS CORNER
Alarm clock GIRLS: Toddler bed & Pack/Play
Wall clock w/batteries Age 2: Car seat; Stroller; clothes 4T-5T;
Electric toaster oven Shoes infant 6/7/9; books/toys; pullups 4T-5T
Water pitcher/filter Age2.5: Clothes3T-4T; shoes infant-9mo; books/toys
Coffee Maker Age 3: Clothes 5T; shoes 9; books/toys
Tea Kettle Age 9: Clothes 10/12; shoes 5; books/toys
Gillette razors BOYS - (age 1): Diapers size 6; shoes size 7/8;
Women’s hygiene items clothes 2T/3T; books/toys
Note: For questions or assistance you may contact: Eleni Stamboulidis at 508-807-1828 (estamboulidis@hotmail.com) or Georgia Lagadinos at 617-734-1994 (georgia.lagadinos@gmail.com)