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Bell Family Blue Bag Program

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Funding Amount

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Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Bell Family Blue Bag Program

Overview: Humanitarian program allowing hunters and SCI members to deliver donations to communities in need during domestic and international travel. Members fill blue bags with donated items and deliver them during hunting trips or local service.

Geographic Scope:

International (South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, Argentina)

Domestic (United States local communities)

Focus Areas:

Humanitarian aid

Community support

Orphanages and children's facilities

Rescue communities

Schools and educational programs

Homeless support (e.g., Veterans H.E.A.R.T. Resource Center, Robin's Home transitional housing)

Food assistance programs (e.g., Kids Weekend Backpack Program)

Types of Donations Accepted:

Children's clothing and shoes

Personal care items

Medical supplies

Toys and treats

Food items

Educational materials

School supplies

Program Background: Started by the Bell Family, managed by SCIF since 2008 and beyond. Long-standing partnership enabling direct impact delivery.

How It Works:
1. Hunters/members contact SCIF to request blue bags
2. Fill bags with needed donations
3. Coordinate with local contacts at destination
4. Deliver bags and see direct impact
5. SCIF helps coordinate distribution to organizations

Contact Information:

Armando Gutierrez, Executive Assistant, Volunteer Services, [email protected]

Phone: 210-512-4967

Success Stories:

Emily Stull's trips to South Africa (2021, 2024) - delivered to orphanages, rescue communities, schools

SCI Pittsburgh Chapter - delivered to Veterans H.E.A.R.T. Resource Center and Butler County School District (2024/2025)

Multiple international deliveries across Africa and South America

How to Apply

How to Participate

1. Contact SCIF: Reach out to request blue bags for your trip
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 210-512-4967
- Contact: Armando Gutierrez, Executive Assistant

2. Prepare: Fill blue bags with donations
- Coordinate with friends, family, and organizations for donations
- Include items like:
- Children's clothing and shoes
- Personal care items
- Medical supplies
- Toys and treats
- Needed resources for target communities

3. Plan Delivery: Work with SCIF and local contacts at destination
- SCIF will help coordinate with organizations
- Identify receptive organizations (orphanages, schools, rescue communities, etc.)
- Plan visit logistics

4. Deliver: Visit organization and personally deliver bags
- Take photos and document impact
- Connect with recipients
- Share experience

5. Share Story: Report back to SCIF about impact and experience
- Help inspire other hunters to participate
- Demonstrate hunter philanthropy