Give Back with Sackcloth & Ashes Blankets Now at Cost Plus World Market
What if a blanket could save a life? Today’s post is a sponsored conversation about Sackcloth & Ashes blankets, and their mission to help the homeless. Now available at Cost Plus World Market.
Sometimes I get the opportunity to share incredible companies with you, and today, I’m sharing two! If you are looking for a ways to decorate & warm up your home, or gift friends & loved ones, while at the same time, giving back… keep reading!
Sharing companies that make beautiful things with you is something I love to do. I think we all frequent Cost Plus World Market right? They pretty much have everything you could need for your home, and you know I am over the moon for my Everett Foyer Table. I always stop in for a visit when I hit Eugene, and I love the eclectic nature of the store.
Well, they are partnering with a company called Sackcloth & Ashes. Have you heard of them? In case you haven’t, let me give you some backstory.
- The founder of Sackcloth & Ashes, Bob Dalton, was inspired to help the homeless population when his mother, a hardworking single mother, found herself living on the streets in 2013.
- Because of his mother’s story, Bob realized that not all choose to become homeless – some people just need a second chance.
- He began to call homeless shelters in his area to ask what they needed most… They all said blankets.
Sackcloth & Ashes happens to make some of the softest, most uniquely patterned blankets. Like the one that I’ve got parked on my sofa, ready for getting cozy right now!
And they have a mission!
It’s to give one blanket to a homeless shelter, for every one that is purchased.
It’s similar to the Tom’s Shoes concept. Buy a pair of shoes, they give a pair of shoes, but instead they are supplying blankets. Well, Cost Plus World Market was so impressed with the beauty and artistry of their blankets, and the cause, that they are partnering with Sackcloth & Ashes and making them available in their stores as well as online, starting today, October 1st!
I’m sharing the Ivory and Turquoise Diamond Throw Blanket that is in our home. Made in Italy, of a wool blend that adds the perfect amount of soft coziness, it’s perfectly sized for home or travel.
You can now choose from 5 exclusive and equally amazing blanket designs in-store and online. When you buy a blanket, a blanket will be donated to your local homeless shelter. That is shopping you can feel really, really good about!
With the season changing, I don’t think the timing could be better to quite literally warm and comfort a homeless individual, and potentially save a life.
Not all who are without a home choose to be, we don’t know people’s stories, circumstances, or how they got where they are. But we can show kindness, compassion, and give blankets.
Cost Plus World Market and Sackcloth & Ashes are excited to partner together and to encourage others to pay it forward this season. Each beautiful blanket comes in a handy to re-use box, with some great ways to give back printed right inside!
Not sure what to add to a box? Here is a list of items are well received by many.
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Gloves (waterproof are best)
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Socks (thermal or wool)
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Beef Jerky
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Canned Tuna
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Ziplock bags
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Granola bars
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Peanut butter
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Chewable vitamins
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Wet Wipes
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Gum
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Mints
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Chapstick
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Tissue
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Deodorant
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Toothbrush
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Tooth Paste
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Bottled Water
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Band Aids
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Tampons or Pads
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Can Opener
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Flashlight
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Hand warmers
- Dependent on funds or where you are donating, check with your local homeless shelter or women’s shelter for specific needs. You might inquire at work as well, many corporations have programs in place to support local communities. Two of the retail store I worked at in the past had large drives during the holidays for donations of clothing, cash, food and gifts that all went to local families.
This is the box I put together. I’ve also got 2 blankets, 2 Winter coats and 5 pair of jeans to take along with it.
Here are some more ways that you can give back, and help those most in need:
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Today, with the purchase of a Sackcloth & Ashes blanket from the comfort of your own home, or in-store. Not sure where your closest Cost Plus World Market is located? Click here for the handy store locator!
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Did you know there are homeless students? It’s hard to think of children being homeless but it happens. Reach out to your local school and inquire. They often have resources gathered at the school to give to those in need. I’ve been able to help in that way and it’s very humbling and gratifying.
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This is personally a favorite way to help those that are hungry immediately. I have taken to keeping gift-cards for our few local fast food restaurants with me because I often see homeless asking for food in front of them. This allows them to make a purchase of their choice, and be able to sit down inside the establishment and eat. Out of the weather, be it scorching heat or bone chilling cold.
G says
Beautiful and for a good cause, can’t get any better than that. Blessings to all.
Kelly Elko says
What an amazing company! I love their mission and I love your idea of having gift cards in the car to help those in need.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
I’m so glad I shared that little idea 😉 Thanks Kelly!
Virginia says
I love this whole idea. I will consider this beautiful blanket as I start my Christmas giving. Thank you for bringing it to all of us!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Love reading that, thank you Virginia!
Debbie says
Shannon,
The blanket is beautiful. What a glorious name for the company. Gives glory to God and a hand up instead of a hand out. My daughter and her PTA group made handout bags for homeless women here in the Oklahoma City area. It’s a wonderful ministry and taught our children the value of charity.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Isn’t it!? Teaching the value of charity and service is so important. Thank you!
Vicki Cooley says
What a great idea! Blankets are not only great for warmth but security as well! My 20 year old daughter still sleeps with her baby blanket!
Vicki
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
That is so true. I know I have my favorites to snuggle up with.
Vicki Cooley says
What a great idea! Blankets are not only great for warmth but security as well! My 20 year old daughter still sleeps with her baby blanket!
Beckie says
I love when others are willing to give and help those less fortunate! Thank you for sharing this and these lovely, cozy blankets!
Tara says
Thanks for sharing! What a great company. Love their mission for the homeless population.
ginni wren wells says
Thanks for giving info on how to help. And sharing the beautiful blankets way to help someone in need.
Annette says
What a great concept and a beautiful blanket. I appreciate that the donation stays local.
Heather Anne says
Oh my – I love this whole idea so much! I was just hunting for some soft blankets for our family room – now my hunt is over! I can buy for us and provide for others in need at the same time!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Oh I am so happy to hear this! Would love to know which prints your pick! 🙂
Janet Marshall says
Theses throws are beautiful and I love that the company is giving blanks to homeless shelters which are greatly needed! It’s a great idea.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
It’s definitely a win-win!! Love the premise.
Jackie says
Thanks so much for sharing this! We have a large homeless population here in Columbia. I see them coming out of the shelters as I drive in for work. Many wait for the public library to open to stay there for the day. I see them again as I leave for the day as they are waiting in lines at some downtown churches for dinner and also to re-enter the shelters. My family and I have worked with various outreaches through churches we have attended. I love your idea of the restaurant gift cards to give out. When I lived in NY, our policy was to walk them to the closest restaurant and buy them a meal. I will check out purchasing some blankets. They’d make great Christmas gifts and to know that the purchase would actually help someone in need is even better!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Jackie thank you for sharing what you are experiencing.
And as far as walking them to a restaurant, I’ve heard of that practice as well.
The gift cards work really well for us and I try to have a few varieties, or to swing thru, get one and them drop it to them.
Thank you! Your kindness shows through in your comment <3
Bren says
Beautiful Way to spread more love and peace in the world!!??? Love to hear the good people do and (like you) and the companies that promote good! Thanks for sharing ! The blanket looks so cozy and perfect for fall and winter ?❄️? looking into getting one soon! Love Shopping at World Market and will go see them soon! Thanks for sharing
Kimberly C Dickerson says
Wow! I love companies like this! Not only are they generous but they make a beautiful product. Love.it.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Me too, and it’s a pleasure to share them with you all.