Red Nose’s Treasured Babies Program is run by dedicated group of hardworking volunteers, who aim to support bereaved parents with gifts of handmade clothing, Angel boxes.
The Treasured Babies Program relies on the generous support of volunteers, organisations and donations of material.
The Treasured Babies items are provided free-of-charge to hospitals and funeral homes for bereaved families and their babies.
Below is what we currently need. If you can assist in any way, please contact:
Cindy Furby, Treasured Babies Program Coordinator
treasuredbabies@rednose.org.au
Volunteers
- Sewers (to work from home)
- In-person volunteers (Tuesday and Friday Mornings)
- In-person administrative/computer skills support
Materials
- 3ply and 4ply yarn in soft pale colours of white, cream, pale blue, and pale pink
Fabrics
Provide in white and soft pale colours in the following materials
- flannelette,
- interlock,
- cotton material (plain or with a tiny delicate pattern),
- quilting fabric,
- polar fleece (pale colours, especially white)
- Satin or Wedding dresses/material (for angel box linings)
Boxes
41cm x 51cm x 28cm
Packing
Bubble Wrap
Packing foam or similar
To send donations of materials and other items, please contact:
Cindy Furby, Treasured Babies Program Coordinator
treasuredbabies@rednose.org.au
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Last modified: 19/2/25