barterforbabies

04/08/2026

To everyone, I am currently organizing 200+ booklists with primary school lists costing around $1,700+ and secondary school lists ranging from $3,000+ I am purchasing, packing, sorting stationery and collecting from Port of Spain to Chaguanas and Couva, so please understand that it is a lot for me alone to be doing the buying, collecting, sorting, and everything else.

When I message you for collection, I expect you to make a real effort to find your way to collect spending the least amount $100 on travel is nothing compared to the $1,700 to $4,000 cost of just one booklist especially when most of you have two to four children and a few have six to seven.

Let's do the math and keep in mind that I am just asking everyone to find a way to collect their items, thank you to everyone for your cooperation.
barterforbabies foundation.

Note this is not a post for people to send more booklist we are not taking any more booklist at this time. Our event gave out 300 stationery bags to those who made it to the event. Blessings to all.

02/08/2026

"Nice messages recieved to end the day. To our amazing community, volunteers, and supporters: this is your impact.
Just one of my many messages saying thanks....

30/07/2026

20/06/2026

“Throw back to one of barterforbabies beautiful moments from our journey.

We are blessed to bring smiles to children and families through our clothing and back-to-school support drive. Seeing these photos reminds us why we started, every child deserves to feel loved, supported, and ready for a new school year.
From school supplies, shoes, clothing, and essentials, every donation, every volunteer, and every helping hand has helped us touch lives.

As we prepare for another back-to-school season August 1st 2026 in Barrackpore we ask you to partner with us.

Contact us to partner
Kelly 776-3065
Marie Mouttet 678-2191
Vinesh 786-9099
Barter for babies 333-9278

Together, we continue Restoring hope, one child at a time.

16/06/2026

Exciting Partnership Announcement!

barterforbabies Foundation is proud to welcome Eye Assist Optical Signature Barrackpore as an official partner for our Community Outreach Event & Donation Drive on Saturday, August 1st, 2026 at the Barrackpore Regional Complex.

FREE Vision Screenings will be available to everyone in attendance from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, helping families access important eye health services right in their community.

We are grateful to Eye Assist for joining us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

Partner with us today! We are still welcoming sponsors, businesses, organizations, and individuals who would like to support this event through donations, services, or volunteering.

Contact Kelly via WhatsApp: 776-3065

Together, we can make an even bigger impact for families in need.

10/06/2026

COMMUNITY OUTREACH & DONATION DRIVE

Do you have children's clothing that no longer fits? School bags your children have outgrown? Books, shoes, or supplies sitting unused at home? Note must be in good condition.
Bring them along and help bless another family in need.

At Barter for Babies Foundation, we believe in sharing what we have so that everyone can benefit. While you come to receive a blessing, you can also be a blessing to someone else.

Saturday 1st August, 2026
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Barrackpore Regional Complex
Manohar Maharaj Trace, 10 New Colonial Road, Barrackpore

When you arrive, simply ask for Van Putten Kelly to drop off your donations and collect any items your family may need.

Children, bring your school bags!
Parents, bring your shopping bags!

We will have clothing, books, school supplies, toys, and more available for families.
Together, we can reduce waste, support one another, and make sure every child has the opportunity to start the new school term with confidence.

Give what you can. Take what you need. Share the blessing.
Hosted by barterforbabies Foundation in partnership with Jaguar's sports club.

27/05/2026

Message from Barter for Babies Charity

We would like to sincerely thank everyone who has reached out to us for assistance and support. Over the past weeks, we have received more than 200 messages from families and individuals in need.

While we truly wish we could respond and assist everyone immediately, we ask for your patience and understanding as we work through this process.

Please remember that our team is also busy collecting donations, sorting items, packing packages, and organizing distributions.

Not too long ago, we hosted a charity event where we gave out almost everything we had available, and we are now in the process of collecting supplies again. This process takes time before we are able to sort, organize, and distribute items fairly to those on our list.

To help us speed up the process and avoid delays, we kindly ask that when sending a message requesting assistance, you include the following information immediately:
• Your full name
• What assistance you need
• Child’s age
• Child’s gender
• Clothing/shoe sizes

Providing this information upfront helps save time, as we are unable to ask the same questions repeatedly while managing hundreds of messages.

Everyone who contacts us is being added to our assistance list, and we will reach out as items become available.

Thank you again for your patience, understanding, and continued support. Together, we can continue helping families and children in need.
barterforbabies

18/05/2026

Some children in our country are still living in galvanize homes without basic necessities. At barterforbabies charity we continue trying our best to assist families and children in need, even with limited resources.
Every month we are in need of food items, toiletries, diapers, wipes, clothing for children of all ages and sizes, and even adult clothing since some older children wear adult sizes.

We are asking the public to consider putting aside a small monthly contribution when doing your grocery shopping. It does not have to be money.

Choosing just 3 items each month can make a difference to one family.
Examples include:
• Toilet paper
• Toothpaste
• Soap
• Milk
• Cereal
• Peanut butter
• Flour
• Rice
• Macaroni
• Oats
• Pampers
• Wipes
• Baby cream
• Deodorant
When many people each give a little, together we can help a lot.

Drop off point: Queen’s Park Oval Elizabeth Street entrance.
WhatsApp 776-3065 or call directly 333-9278
For other areas please contact the number to make arrangements

Please remember, what may seem small to you could mean everything to a child going without. We are in desperate need as the number of families need help continues to grow. Thank you for standing with us and helping us support children in need.

15/05/2026

We as a people need to do better. We cannot continue to shame and bully people who have reached a place where they feel they have no one to turn to for help.
We are quick to post how saddened we are when someone commits su***de or when babies are abandoned, but when a desperate mother finds the courage to ask for assistance, many choose to humiliate her instead of helping.
Asking for help should not be treated as a crime. Sometimes people are simply trying to survive and care for their children the best way they can. A little compassion, understanding, and kindness can go a very long way.

Due to the negative and hurtful comments made under the previous post, we will no longer be sharing this mother’s contact information. Our priority is protecting her privacy and emotional well being during this difficult time.

Instead, you can drop of at our bin at the Queens Park Oval Elizabeth Street entrance any day or time.

Items needed include:
Enfamil Neuro Pro 22 cal formula (blue tin)
Preemie/Newborn baby girl clothing
Diapers & wipes
Baby soap & shampoo

Thank you in advance to everyone who chooses compassion over criticism and support over judgment. Every contribution, big or small, can make a difference for this baby girl.