Essentials Buffet

Most of us take everyday items for granted, like having clean underwear and socks. However, to some individuals in our community, these items are not so trivial. The need for new undergarments or as we call them Essentials, is especially important for children in our area.

There are many great organizations that help kids in need with toys and food. However, during the holiday season, R.E.A.L. Kids United will be collecting donations of new, unopened packages of socks and underwear, along with other items like t-shirts, tights and more in children's sizes for our Essentials Buffet gift drive.

During your next trip to Walmart, Sam’s Club, Target or Costco, add a multi-pack to your cart and drop it off at one of our locations listed. The cost is minimal, but the impact on a child’s life can be significant.

During this adult only event we will have:

• Hot holiday drinks (cocoa and coffee)

• Holiday music by a local kids choir

• Donated gift wrapping services

• Some other holiday treats for the parents

You can find out more by contacting us by email at info@REALKidsUnited.org, or by phone at 919- 584-5437.

Please check below for drop off locations, venue location and event times

2016

(4) Drop off locations

Walmart

2010 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary
5450 New Hope Commons Dr, Durham
10050 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh
2114 S Main St, Wake Forest

Date
December 17th

Venue Location

Brier Creek Corporate Center
8045 Acrco Corporate Drive, Suite 120 Raleigh, NC 27617

Time

1pm - 4pm

                                                        REGISTRATION - CLOSED

2015

(2) Drop off locations
Walmart
2114 Main St. Wake Forest, NC

Walmart

1001 Shiloh Glenn Dr. Morrisville, NC

Date
December 19th

Venue Location

Brier Creek Corporate Center
8020 Acrco Corporate Drive, Raleigh, NC 27617

Time

1pm - 5pm

FYI
This event is for the parents of children. Adults only

                                                        REGISTRATION - CLOSED

2014

(1) Drop off location
Walmart
1001 Shiloh Glenn Dr. Morrisville, NC

Venue Location

Brier Creek Corporate Center
8020 Acrco Corporate Drive, Raleigh, NC 27617

Time

5pm - 8pm

FYI
This event is for the parents of children. Adults only. REGISTRATION - CLOSED