Things of My Very Own

10/05/2026

A huge shout-out to JJ’s Tree Service and their amazing team!

Last week, part of our neighbor's tree went KA-BOOM in our yard. Within hours, JJ’s was on-site, saw-saw-sawing as though the future of the world depended on it. Thanks to their team, our premises is again safe and free of debris.

If you need a tree company, do not pass go, just call them immediately 518-346-1092. We have nothing to gain or lose from this post but since our mission involves keeping children safe, we want to help keep yours safe by recommending awesome companies! 💕

10/02/2026

🧦 SOCKTOBER DROP-OFF LOCATIONS

Bring new socks for children in crisis to any of these community partners through Monday, November 2. This list grows all month, so check back for new locations near you!

📍 SCHENECTADY, NY
Ultimate Roofing
207 E. Campbell Rd

📍 BURNT HILLS, NY
Girl Scout Troop 3857
Ballston Community Public Library
2 Lawmar Lane

📍 ALBANY, NY
Copps DiPaola Silverman PLLC
1 Marcus Blvd, Suite 200 (2nd floor)

Comalli Electric
111 Exchange St

📍 GUILDERLAND, NY
The Hedge Bistro (inside The Western Turnpike Golf Course)
2350 Western Ave

📍 PITTSFIELD, MA
Comalli Electric
1 Westfield Rd, #3

Can't make it to a drop-off? Give online: https://bit.ly/4xEAHGB

Want your business, school, church, or group on this list? Email [email protected] with your name, phone number, and organization name, and let us know if you'd also like to compete for the title of Socktober Champion. 🏆

Thank you to every partner helping a child feel cared for this season. 💙

10/01/2026

It's Socktober, and we couldn't be more excited! 🧦
Starting today, we're asking our community to donate new socks for children in crisis. It's one of the most requested items we provide, and one of the simplest ways to make a child feel cared for.

Give online and make an immediate difference: https://bit.ly/4xEAHGB

🏆 Take the Socktober Challenge
Businesses, schools, churches, organizations, and individuals: grab a box, decorate it, rally your coworkers, classmates, or neighbors, and compete for the title of Socktober Champion.

To register, email [email protected] with:
✔️ Your name and phone number
✔️ Your business, school, or group name (if applicable)
✔️ Whether you'd like to compete, serve as a public drop-off location, or both

We'll promote every public drop-off site on our social media so more of the community knows where to give.

📅 The challenge runs October 1 through November 2. All socks are due to TOMVO by Monday, November 2.

A huge thank you to the superstar businesses already stepping up as drop-off locations:

📍 ALBANY, NY
Copps DiPaola Silverman, PLLC: 1 Marcus Blvd, Suite 200 (2nd floor)
Comalli Electric: 111 Exchange St

📍 GUILDERLAND, NY
The Hedge Bistro (inside The Western Turnpike Golf Course): 2350 Western Ave

📍 PITTSFIELD, MA
Comalli Electric: 1 Westfield Rd, #3

Who's ready to be a champion in a child's life? 💙

09/09/2026

We've been nominated for Best Children's Clothing in the 2026 Peoples Choice Awards from The Daily Gazette of Schenectady! This is a huge accomplishment, as it shows children working through trauma that they deserve the very best.

Today alone, we served 231 families. Help us show them they're receiving the best our community has to offer, and that there is no shame in needing a hand up.

Vote for Things of My Very Own by 9/13: https://dailygazette.secondstreetapp.com/Best-of-the-Best-2026/gallery/551883312/

09/02/2026

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝗪𝐚𝐥𝐤. 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.

We are proud to once again be selected as a 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 in the 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝗪𝐚𝐥𝐤-𝐚-𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐧 this year. Our friends at Matthews Auto Group will donate $10 for every mile pledged, with up to $75,000 going to participating charities.

And because it’s virtual, you can walk anywhere. Your neighborhood. Your favorite trail. The treadmill. Even laps around the house.

It only takes two steps to get started: https://form.jotform.com/262235213593151
𝟏. 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 “𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫”
When the form asks “Would you like to:”, select:

☑ Register

This signs you up as a walker so your pledged miles can count towards our fundraiser.

𝟐. 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐲 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐰𝐧
When you reach “Charity of Choice,” be sure to select: Things of My Very Own (Schenectady)

This step is important: Selecting TOMVO ensures the dollars generated by your miles benefit the children and families we serve.

Then, make sure to follow through on your pledge on October 3rd!

Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/262235213593151

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/11/2026

The Crisis Intervention Center will be closed for non-emergency matters on Wednesday, August 12, for scheduled upgrades to the premises.

07/27/2026

The Crisis Intervention Center will be closed for non-emergency matters on Monday, July 27th, due to parking lot maintenance.

07/18/2026

All programs at the Crisis Intervention Center are operating as scheduled today, however those wishing to reschedule due to air quality concerns may do so by calling the office. We are also sending several of our team members home (with pay) out of an abundance of caution. The safety of those we serve and our team members is our priority.

07/15/2026

When we shared that our shelves were empty, you answered with incredible generosity.

Because of your support, we were able to provide food to children and families at the exact moment they needed it most. In fact, donations began arriving just as we were preparing to tell several of our guests that we had nothing left to give.

Summer is one of the hardest times of the year for children facing food insecurity. While our shelves are no longer completely empty, the need never stops.

From all of us at Things of My Very Own, thank you for standing beside children in crisis and reminding them that their community cares. ❤️

If you'd like to help us be ready for the next child in crisis who walks through our doors, you can make a donation here: https://bit.ly/3Tp931H

07/08/2026

🚨URGENT NEED: Our Food Shelves are Empty.

Every day, children arrive at Things of My Very Own after experiencing abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or other traumatic circumstances. Most come with little more than the clothes they're wearing, and very often they haven't eaten.

It's Summer and our food shelves are unfortunately empty, but children still need us. Every donation—large or small—helps ensure that when a child arrives in crisis, we can immediately provide comfort, dignity, and hope.

Donate Today: https://bit.ly/3Tp931H

Help Restock the Essentials for Children in Crisis. Every day, children arrive at Things of My Very Own after experiencing abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or other traumatic circumstances. Most