We at Sudbury Baptist Church want to support families who need help to meet the practical needs of a new baby. We do this by supporting and working with health professionals who work closely with them.
We receive referrals from professionals working directly with families in need. We provide a Moses basket full of all the items both mother and baby need for the first few weeks. Anything from baby clothes, nappies, blankets to sanitary protection and toiletries for mum.
We do it because we became aware of a need in our local community and believed that we could play our part in making a difference. Every basket is lovingly prepared and provides a message of hope as well as practical items.
Everything is %100 volunteer led and we rely on donations to enable us to do what we do.
Where we do it
We cover Sudbury, the surrounding villages and Haverhill. Please contact us to inquire about your area.
Volunteering
Those who volunteer help out because they want to make a real difference to the lives of local young families. There are many ways you can get involved, from purchasing items in your regular shopping to washing and ironing pre-loved baby clothes. If you’d like to help, take a look at the list below and contact us to register your interest and we’ll get back to you.
Sorting and washing baby clothes. Fundraising through local schools, workplace, groups and clubs. Making up baskets ready for collection. Taking items that can’t be used to charity shops.
The items that you can donate are:
Band new:
Baby wipes, first size nappies, newborn socks, maternity pads, breast pads, muslin squares, small board books, baby towels, bath sponges, bath toys, baby shampoo, baby bottles, knitted items (such as blankets, cardigans, hats, boots), women toiletries.
Pre-loved:
Moses baskets, baby clothes (sizes premature/tiny, new born & 0-3 months)
You can bring your donations to Sudbury Baptist Church on Sundays between 9:30 and 12 noon, or on Thursdays between 10 and 12 noon.
How to refer a family
Any health care professional can refer a family in need by by clicking on the referral button below . The completion of a short referral form allows our team to tailor the basket to that particular family, for example, by a baby’s gender or desired feeding method.
Our team will be in touch shortly after receiving your completed form to arrange collection. If your team would like to see a prepared basket please get in touch via email and we’ll get in touch to make necessary arrangements.
Contact
Please contact mosesbaskets@sudburybaptistchurch.co.uk with any questions, help in completing the referral form or for more information.