Building Hope Together: LIUNA Local 292 & Youthnet Team up for the Holidays

This holiday season, Youthnet is honored to partner with LIUNA Local 292 to bring warmth, hope and joy to children, youth, and foster families across our community. Every young person deserves to feel cared for and connected to a community that believes in them. Sometimes, that care looks like a warm winter coat, a fresh set of bedding, the essentials a family needs to keep a clean home, or a gift that brings a little extra joy to the holidays.

These everyday items can make a meaningful difference. They are a reminder to young people and families that they are not alone. That their community sees them, cares about them, and wants them to thrive.

From mid-October through December 4th, LIUNA Local 292 union members, contractor partners, and community allies are coming together to collect essential supplies and holiday gifts for youth and families served by Youthnet programs.

Whether you donate a winter coat, diapers or a holiday gift, your generosity helps turn community care into meaningful support for local youth and families.

How to Give

Every item collected through this drive will go directly to youth and families served by Youthnet programs. You can be a part of this community effort by dropping off donations at:

• LIUNA Local 292 Union Hall: 2911 Bond St., Suite 109, Everett, WA
• Or Participating LIUNA Local 292 job sites

Donations will be accepted through December 4th, 2026.

2026 Holiday Wish List

Below is a 2026 Holiday Wish list gathered directly from our families, caregivers, and youth. Each item is an opportunity to respond to real needs and help make a youth's season a little brighter. Please ensure all donated clothing, bedding, hygiene products, and toys are brand-new.

Teen & Youth Apparel

• Winter Coats & Jackets (All sizes)
• Jeans for teen girls & boys (All sizes)
  
• General boys & girls clothing (All sizes)
• Childrens Clothing
• Shoes (All sizes, for boys and girls)
• Basics - Underwear, socks, bras (especially needed for teens)

Baby & Toddler Essentials

• Diapers (sizes 1-5, high need for a Size 4!)
• Pull-ups & Baby Wipes
• Baby Clothing (Newborn - 5T)
• Baby Care: Baby bath tubs, formula support

Bedding, Hygiene & Household Supplies

• Bedding sets
• General Hygiene (Body soap, shampoo, conditioner, loofahs, washcloths, deodorant, feminine hygiene products)
• Hair Care (Headbands, multi-cultural hair care products, hair ties, clips)
• Household Essentials (Swiffer's, brooms, mops, multi-purpose cleaning spray, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry baskets)

Holiday Cheer

• Bicycles & Gear (Bikes, helmets for all ages)
• Lego sets
• Art supplies
• Fidget toys
• Headphones & tablets
  

Gift Cards

Sometimes a family's needs can change unexpectedly. Gift cards give our team and caregivers to respond to immediate or emergent needs for youth.

• Visa Gift Cards
• Grocery Store & Gas Cards
  
• ORCA Transit Cards for youth transportation

A More Connected Community Starts Here

Hope grows when we show up for one another. By bringing together union members, contractors, community partners, and caring neighbors, this holiday drive is an opportunity to remind young people and families that they are part of a community that cares. Every donation is a way to show up. Every act of generosity helps strengthen our community. Together, we can bring a little more warmth, connection, and hope to the holiday season.

Thank you to LIUNA Local 292 and everyone who gives, collects, and shares in this effort. Your generosity helps make our community stronger for the young people and families who are part of it. 

Be part of the hope this holiday season. Give what you can, share the wish list, and help us spread the word.

Questions?

For more information reach out to:

• Youthnet: development@youthnetnw.net
• LIUNA Local 292: CharlesB@laborers292.org