Opportunities for Kindness
Giant Eagle Gift Cards
A UA resident recently lost her job and will start a new role in August. She has a young child and seeks Giant Eagle grocery gift cards to assist with food over the summer months.
National Sponsors
Ohio Sponsors
Kindness Council Members
Recently Filled Needs
Older Adult in need of bedding
An older adult with limited income is in need of a new comforter and pillow set.
Requesting new Full/Queen size and 2 standard slepping pillows
Thank you for your donation to making a direct impact in this individuals quality of life!
Family with limited transportation in need of a pool pass
Seeking donations for a UA family with four children under 13 to purchase a family pool pass for summer 2024. Because of transportation barriers, the UA pool is one of the only opportunities for the kids to see their classmates and enjoy outdoor fun while school is out of session. The family's income is limited, and even with a discount, most other recreation is cost-prohibitive.
Family of 7 in need
A family of 7 is facing food scarcity. Gift cards to grocery stores and gas stations would be much appreciated to help them through the summer months.
Family in need of furniture and beds
Upper Arlington family moving from one apartment to another needs beds and furniture for their new apartment in UA. They are moving on March 28 and would like the items delivered at that time or after. The father has major medical needs and the mother can not work due to his appointments. They have 4 children and 3 are in the Upper Arlington Schools. They are requesting the following:
4 new twin mattresses with a bed frame ( preferably white for 2 of them)
1 new queen mattress with a bed frame ( white preferably)
White Vanity with mirror and drawers
White desk for studying
Washer and Dryer
Dining/Family table with matching chairs that seat 6-8 people
Basic Clothing items for resident in need
A UA resident is unable to afford undergarments, and could use your help. This will directly impact the quality of life, and improve hygiene.
All items can be found on Amazon and shipped to:
Station 72
CARES office
3861 Reed Rd.
Upper Arlington, OH 43220
3 Sports Bra- size 56
7 Underwear- size 5XL
2 Stretch pants- size 5XL-8XL
Monetary donations or Amazon gift cards will also help get these items. Thank you!!
Bike, helmet, and bike lock
There is a UA student in need of a bike (height is 5' 4"), helmet, and bike lock.
About Upper Arlington
Krystin Macaluso, Area Director
Krystin is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and moved to Ohio in 1997 to attend Ohio University where she met her husband, Tony, a native of Upper Arlington. After graduating with a degree in Organizational Communication, Krystin worked in the nonprofit and higher education sectors before obtaining her Real Estate license and joining Tony at Coldwell Banker Realty. Krystin and Tony have two sons. Krystin is an active volunteer in the community and Upper Arlington schools. She has also been involved with PTO, Kitchen Kapers, Pleasure Guild for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and is a Parishioner at St. Agatha Catholic Church. Krystin is excited about the opportunity that Neighborhood Bridges will bring to spread kindness throughout the Upper Arlington community!