Dear AFGE Community,

Each year AFGE remembers and celebrates the impact Augusta Y. Thomas had not just in the union she so loved, but in the communities where she worked hard to help those in need and give a voice to those who felt voiceless.

This year, in honor of Augusta Y. Thomas Day, and in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Women’s and Fair Practices Departments are requesting for everyone to come together in AFGE and to work together by giving back to those in need within the community. We are needing your support and assistance with helping us to contribute items to the House of Ruth, which is a non-profit organization that empowers women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and homelessness.

The House of Ruth has identified the needed items below. Please bring your donation from the list below to WFP on the 11^th Floor to WFP Secretary Bracha Israel by Friday, October 13, 2023. WFP will then deliver all items received to the House of Ruth.

Items Needed:

• Laundry detergent/sanitizer
• Adult Depends
• Bar soap or body wash
• Deodorant
• Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
• Body Lotion
• Pull Ups size 3T – 4T and 4T – 5T
• Diapers (sizes 4T – 6T)
• Daycare cot sheets (toddlers, preschool sizes) and regular bed sheets (twin, full, and queen)
• New dishes, pots, and pans
• Silverware
• Towels and Washcloth Sets
• Queen Sheets
• Shea Moisture Products for hair
• Regular headphones

We are also encouraging AFGE members to help us celebrate Augusta Y. Thomas Day by engaging in a Day of Service and send us your pictures by Monday, October 16, 2023. Please email your pictures to WFP’s Program Coordinator, Matthew Uchaker at [email protected].

In Solidarity,

Jeremy A. Lannan
AFGE NVP for Women and Fair Practices

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