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.
Polly Andrews says
Such a great cause!!
Would love to win. If not I’ll definitely be off to Cost Plus to buy one.
Polly
Terri says
The blankets are beautiful! We love World Market and have several pieces of furniture from them. This is such a great cause for a purchase. It takes so little to make a difference. Do all you can, where you can, for as long as you can.
Dawn says
I love companies that give back! I buy Toms all the time because of their concept, we also give to our local homeless shelter throughout the year
Linda says
I love this. The very reason I buy Tom shoes for my daughter and myself is their generosity of giving! ❤️
Jason says
Love your blog and thank you for the chance to win!
Brittany Alexander says
When will the winner be announced?
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
I’ll choose a winner at random and the giveaway will close on October 14th at midnight PST.
I’ll announce it the next day 🙂 Thank you!
Priscilla R seay says
So beautiful! Would love to win one and love their mission!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Happy fall and Good Luck!
Vickie Phipps Hunt says
I looked at their blankets when you posted about them before. I would love to gift one to my daughter for Christmas! ??
Adria says
The gift card idea is brilliant. What a kind heart you have.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you so much! It’s worked out really well.
marcia haggstrom says
Your posts have great Info for all types of designs and serving the needs for others.I enjoy your website very much.It is hard to think of so many people that need help and say what I have given is not much,but it helps someone.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you Marcia! And yes, it can be overwhelming to think of. But nothing is too small and we all give as we can, and what we can.
Brittany Alexander says
First let me say I LOVE your decor tips etc. I’m on your site all the time!! I’ve never heard of jackcloth and ashes before this but it means so much to me when companies do things like this because I was homeless at one time and it was the worst experience in my life when you realize you have no one no friends no family to help you and the shelters were filled they had no beds so I found a abandoned house and all I wanted was a warm blanket little things like this mean so much to people we take so much for granted thank you for sharing this
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Oh Brittany I am so sorry you were in that position yourself, but as you said, you know what you wanted. And that solidifies for me what a pivotal mission this is! And I’ve always said I’ve got more than I need. We are so lucky and it’s so easy to share! Bless you! xoxo
Barb Willmore says
Thrilled to see others with the same heart for needs as mine! I also carry bags in my car with snacks, hygiene products. Winter items in season, a dollar or three. Food gift cards. etc. Love this blanket project and will support it by purchasing, probably Christmas gifts!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
So many of us have so much, and it’s so easy to share our blessings. Thank you!!
Happy Autumn Barb!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hello BARB! I am so happy to tell you that you are the winner of the Sackcloth And Ashes blanket.
Please email me at foxhollowcottage@gmail.com with your mailing address and I’ll get it shipped out to you this week. Happy Fall, and many blessings to you! Shannon
Arnnette Alfaro says
Thank you for sharing. You win much more by serving others, love this concept. I also loved that this post included reminders of homeless students. I used to work for a high school and teachers and community would adopt families for Thanksgiving and Christmas that we knew would not be able to celebrate. We try to every year continue this tradition with our kids help too. It makes our holidays that more special.
Thank you again.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Arnnette, until I asked, I had no idea… it simply did not occur to me. Thank you for having such a giving heart. I am sure it has been much appreciated!!
Connie says
Thank you for the information you shared about these brand of blankets and how they are used for the homeless. They look very warm and cozy. I enjoyed your blog so much
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you Connie, happy Autumn.
Leda Foley says
What a lovely blanket and such a great story. Beautiful!