MLH

Flagship program

The Granny Box™

Every box is packed by neighbors and delivered through schools, churches and partners to children who could use a little extra love.

An open Granny Box filled with a blanket, books, supplies and a teddy bear

What's inside

Seven things, one hug.

Cozy blanket

Soft, warm and theirs to keep.

Books

Age-matched stories for bedtime.

School supplies

Crayons, pencils, notebooks.

Personal care kit

Toothbrush, lotion, hair care.

Snacks

Shelf-stable treats for the week.

Plush & a note

A friend and a handwritten word.

Season progress

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boxes sponsored
$60 = 1 box

Volunteers packing boxes at the community center

Drop off items

Aiken Community Center

123 Laurens St SW, Aiken, SC 29801

Saturdays 10 AM – 2 PM, October – December

Events

Mark your calendar.

  • Nov 14, 2026

    Granny Box Packing Party

    Aiken Community Center · 10 AM – 2 PM

  • Dec 1, 2026

    Giving Tuesday

    Online & across Aiken County · All day

  • Jan 23, 2027

    Paces Run Community Outreach

    Paces Run, Aiken · 11 AM – 3 PM

  • Mar 2027

    Spring Give-Back Night

    Downtown Aiken · Evening

"My grandson slept with that blanket every night for a month. Somebody saw us."

Loretta M.

Grandparent, North Augusta

"Our students light up when the boxes arrive. It's more than supplies — it's dignity."

Ms. Daniels

School counselor, Aiken

"Packing night felt like a family reunion. I brought my kids and we're coming back."

James R.

Volunteer

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