Creating Blessing Bags for the Homeless

Over the weekend, while getting distracted on Pinterest, I came across a pin for “Blessing Bags.”

Blessing Bags – keep a couple in the car so when you see someone who is struggling (ie begging) you can give them a little something.

I thought to myself, “What a wonderful idea!” Working in downtown Sacramento, I see homeless people everyday on my way to and from work. I feel bad because I never carry cash on me, and I never have anything to give.

Throughout the weekend I was cleaning out closets and whatnot, so I was able to easily put together these bags using stuff I had lying around the house.

• GoPicnic Hummus + Crackers: All-Natural Meal
• Bottled water
• Band-aids
• Bar of soap
• Chapstick
• Shampoo & Conditioner (tip: hang onto toiletries when you stay at hotels)
• Hand sanitizer
• Kleenex
• $1.00 in quarters (in case they need to make a phone call or something)

Yesterday I gave one out on my way home, and it felt so good to help someone out. I’m definitely going to continue to do this whenever I have a chance.

Additional Resources

• Blessing Bags Printable Checklist
• Printable Blessing Bag Cards
• Blessing Bags for Women
• Make Sure To READ THIS Before Making Care Packages For The Homeless!