At Heart of Hands, Inc., GRACIE’s Place exists as a resource center to meet essential needs. It is a place where compassion is put into action by providing basic necessities, support, and dignity to children and families connected to foster care.

 

Our Purpose

GRACIE’s Place was created to close the gap between a child’s need and provision. When children enter foster care, foster families often face unexpected challenges, especially when there is a shortage of time available to prepare for the child’s arrival. GRACIE’s Place ensures that essential items are readily available to provide stability, and a sense of comfort and care during uncertain times. Access to basic necessities should never be a barrier to a child’s well-being.

 

Why It Matters

For a child facing uncertainty, something as simple as a clean bed or a personal care item can bring comfort and reassurance. GRACIE’s Place is more than a distribution space—it is a place where children and families feel seen, supported, and valued.

 

Be Part of the Impact

When you give to GRACIE’s Place, you are doing more than donating items, you are helping to restore dignity, provide comfort, and create stability for vulnerable children. Together, we can turn compassion into action—one child, one family, and one moment at a time.

 

What We Provide

GRACIE’s Place distributes items such as:

• Bedding

• Clothing and shoes

• Hygiene essentials

• School Supplies

 

Every item is given with intention—designed to meet both practical needs and emotional comfort.

 

Who We Serve

 

GRACIE’s Place supports:

• Children entering care

• Foster and kinship families

 

Our goal is to serve 100 children annually, with plans to expand as community support grows.

 

How You Can Help

GRACIE’s Place thrives because of generous and compassionate people like you. There are various ways of becoming involved and making a direct impact.

 

Donate Items

We accept new and gently used items that meet our current needs. High-demand items include:

• Twin bedding sets (unisex)

• New clothing for children of all ages

• Toiletries and hygiene products

• Give Financially

• Monetary donations allow us to purchase essential items in bulk, respond quickly to urgent needs, and sustain our operations.

 

Volunteer Your Time

We need help with sorting, organizing, and preparing items for distribution to operate efficiently.

 

Host a Drive

Donation drives can be organized through your church, community group, or workplace which allows for maximum impact and awareness.

 

Partner With Us

Organizations and businesses can provide support through sponsorships, out-reach efforts and in-kind donations.