Nothing is ever too much to do for a child.
Mary Virginia Merrick
Founder, National Christ Child Society
Sponsorship Opportunities
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On August 6. 1947, Rosaleen ‘Puddy’ Crowley founded the Christ Child Society of South Bend. Seventy five years later, the organization is still growing, still thriving and still finding new ways to serve the community.
Free Kids’ Clothes!
How We Can Help
Layettes
Clothing and other baby essentials are available for our tiniest children.
Angel Layettes are provided at area hospitals to any parents whose child did not survive birth.
Clothing Program
Low-income families can receive new winter clothing, shoes, and dental supplies, as well as books and gently used items, for their children aged 1-14.
Foster Hope
Children entering foster care receive a large personalized tote offering the security of new clothing and comfort items.
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded to eligible CCS clients to further their education.
Education
SUCCESS is a supportive partnership with St. Adalbert Catholic School in South Bend.
Layette of Hope
A Layette of Hope is a small gift of reminding a newly pregnant woman of the life she now carries.
News and Events
Christ Child Society
Fall Luncheon & Meeting
Thursday, October 13, 2022
11:30 AM
Morris Park Country Club
2200 McKinley Ave, South Bend
Cost $30
Reservation Deadline: October 5, 2022
Make reservations here,
or find reservation forms in the CCS office.
Questions? Please contact Lexie at 574.288.6028 or info@christchildsb.org
Boots Wanted!
The Christ Child Society is holding a
Fall Boot Drive
for new and gently used children’s snow boots from October 9-19!
There will be a
Boot Drop
at the Clothing Center on Sunday, October 9 from 12-3.
Donations can also be dropped off at the Center Loading Dock at the back of the building on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 8:30-1,
or in boxes located at participating schools or churches (call 574-288-6028 for a list).
National Day of Service Book Drive
School age children served through our Clothing Center October 24-29 will each receive a special Creativity Packet
Won’t you join us in empowering children through literacy and a love of reading?
Save the Date
Thursday, November 10, 2022
The Armory, South Bend
Dinner and Program ~ 7:00 PM
Christ Child Society of South Bend
