What they call their work
What they do
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Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 2 activities
- Custom bundle distribution program for mothers and childrenOperates a custom bundle program that inspects, sorts, and repurposes donated items to create personalized bundles for mothers and children in need; includes distribution of essential items such as car seats and strollers, with non-reusable items sent offsite for recycling. The program serves over 34,000 children annually and has expanded since 2017 to include children and teens in addition to mothers and babies.
- Employment of specialized staff for bundle assemblyEmploys a dedicated staff member in the role of "Bundle-Maker Extraordinaire" to support the creation and customization of bundles for distribution to mothers and children in need.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Operation of physical distribution centers (Joyful Closets)Operates physical distribution centers known as Joyful Closets in Tuckahoe, Mt Vernon, and Mt Kisco, which accept in-kind donations of goods for children from birth to age 12 during weekday hours or by appointment, and provide services through an application and order form process.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer program with documentation requirementsOperates a volunteer program that requires participants to submit a signed waiver and photo/video release form, supporting the organization’s direct service operations.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| ADRIENNE HARPER | EXECUTIVE DI | 30 | $70K |
- ANDRAYA SCHNEIDER — TREASURER
- DANIELLE SPRING — CHAIR OF GIV
- DEIRDRE DOHENY — CHAIRPERSON
- MICHELLE SCHOULDER — CHAIR OF FUN
Who they work with
- Adrienne Partner — Contact person for partner agency application inquiries.
- Digital Bodega Partner — Collaborated with Bundles of Joy as a creative partner to capture and amplify organizational messaging.
- Hospitals and Centering Programs Partner — Partners with hospitals and centering programs to provide services to individuals.
- JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BRONXVILLE Funder — Provided a grant to support the distribution of car seats and strollers to new mothers.
- NBC Universal Partner — Selected Bundles of Joy for its Creative Impact Lab and supported message amplification.
- Social Service Organizations and Shelters Partner — Collaborates with social service organizations and shelters to support individuals in need.
How they approach the work
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- Client-Choice Modelmethodology: client_choiceBy allowing school-aged children to select their own items through "Joyful Closets," the organization promotes dignity and autonomy, which increases engagement and personal investment in the services received.
- Community-Driven Distribution Networkmethodology: partner-based distributionBy distributing essential items through partnerships and community-led collection drives, the organization leverages local networks to scale resource mobilization and deepen community ownership of outcomes.
- Direct and Personalized Service Deliverymethodology: direct-service_modelBy using a direct-service model combined with personalized curation roles like 'Bundle-Maker Extraordinaire,' the organization ensures responsive, human-centered support that increases relevance and emotional resonance for recipients.
- Quality-as-Dignity Frameworkmethodology: quality-as-dignityBy providing high-quality, new or nearly new items, the organization upholds recipient dignity, which enhances the psychological and practical impact of the support delivered.