Junior Leader Project: Adoption Stuffed Animal Drive with Kids Matter Inc.

Junior Leader Project: Adoption Stuffed Animal Drive with Kids Matter Inc.

When

January 1, 2026 - January 31, 2026    
All Day

Event Type

REGISTER HERE

Drop off a new or giftable condition (tags on) stuffed animal to be given to children being adopted in Milwaukee County!

Thank you to our Junior Leader Billie for leading this event!

Activities

Select stuffies that are “classic” such as teddy bears, puppies, bunnies, kittens etc.

If you come to the MLK Day event you’ll have the chance to decorate a stuffie adoption certificate and/or “Congratulations on your adoption” card, too.

Impact

 These new stuffies will go to a child the day they are adopted to make a special day even more memorable!

When & Where

Drop off by Jan. 31

Stuffed animals can be dropped off at one of two drop off locations anytime in January. You will receive a follow-up email after you register with drop off location addresses and further details. You can also drop off stuffed animals at the MLK Day event if your family is registered to attend.

Registration Information

Ages: All ages are welcome to pick out a stuffy and join us at the MLK Day service event!

Cost: The cost of a new stuffy

Questions: If you have any questions, please contact juniorleader2@kicmke.org.

Cancellations: We count on our registered volunteers to make these projects come to life. However, we understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate, please email juniorleader2@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.

Our Partner

Kids Matter Inc. is an organization that supports kinship and foster children. Nearly 100 children in Milwaukee County are removed from their homes each month because they are deemed unsafe, according to Children’s Wisconsin. Kids Matter Inc. believes that every child needs someone in their corner. Through staff and volunteers, Kids Matter makes sure that children and their foster families get the support they need. Learn more about Kids Matter Inc. on their website.

Become A Junior Leader

KIC invites youth leaders (ages 9-14) to create service opportunities to engage their peers and work on solutions in the community. The Junior Leader will participate in the planning, development, and execution with an experienced KIC adult leader-mentor. Learn more and apply today.

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