Giving Moms a Helping Handbag for Mother’s Day

DEFIANCE – This Mother’s Day, one non-profit organization is making sure that more mothers will get the thanks and recognition they deserve.  In honor of moms, Mothers & More of Defiance is sponsoring a collection called “The Power of a Purse,” to provide the gift of a purse to women seeking to rebuild their lives.

Mothers & More is seeking donations of new or like-new purses for the House of Ruth, a local women’s shelter.  Many of these women, along with their children, have fled crisis abusive situations and find a safe place to live at the House of Ruth.  Many of the residents are mothers who arrive with nothing but their children and the clothes on their backs.

“We believe that a purse is symbolic of a woman’s economic power, but it is also a practical everyday item that can help her feel put together,” says Mothers & More chapter co-leader, Kelly Worline.  “Single moms are the ones who struggle most to support their children.  We want to show that we care about their endeavor to be successful and support their families.”

The purses will be given to the residents of the House of Ruth in time for Mother’s Day.  They are also looking for bath gels and lotions to fill the purses with.  Additionally, since many of the women who stay at the home have little children, they are also collecting diapers and wipes.   

Donated purses may be dropped off at the following locations until May 5th:

The purses are being collected until May 5^th. Business owners wishing to donate services or items are encouraged to call Mothers & More at (419) 782-9062 or e-mail worline@hotmail.com.  Purses may also be given to Mothers & More members and board members.

You are cordially invited to a Mother’s Day tea,