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Call to Action
Currently accepting donations for their Free Market for Mamas, Parents, and Babies event on Saturday December 19 from 11am - 4pm.
Donation drop off: Fridays December 4, 11, and 18th at 629 Coronel Pl, Santa Barbara
Donation suggestions: diapers, bottles, wipes, swaddles, warm blankets, teething toys, pacifiers, new or gently used clothing (size infant-toddler), maternity clothing, ointment, bibs, baby food & formula, sling or baby carrier care products for mama & parents
If you cannot make donation drop off and would like to donate, please contact carepackagesformamas805@gmail.com, direct message on Instagram @carepackagesformama_, or text (805) 617-6863.
Mission statement: “An activist-led grassroots community space located on the lower west side of Santa Barbara that centers people working towards the liberation and uplifting of people of color including but not limited to Womxn, Youth, Indigenous, Black, Latinx, Economically Underserved, and LGBTQIA+ communities.” (El Centro SB)
Addressing Food Insecurity
“As a community we have been concerned about the levels of food insecurity experienced by residents of the Lower Westside of Santa Barbara and are dedicated to ensuring that basic resources are redistributed in an equitable way among all members. Through partnerships with community organizations, non-profits, local farmers, educational institutions, and mutual aid networks we have been working to bridge the gap between food-insecure communities and abundant food sources in Santa Barbara county to provide direct service and educational opportunities to empower our community.” (Facebook: @elcentrosb)
As a 100% volunteer-run space, El Centro relies on individual donations and community support. If you want to donate to local mutual aid efforts, please consider donating to El Centro SB.