Bows & Blessings

“Bows & Blessings” is in its 10th year, but the first year under the guidance of Universal Cares. Co-creators Justin Vorbroker and Jarrod Shaw have worked tirelessly to help those in Indiana feel supported and loved.

Their mission has been to bring toys and gifts to women and children in shelters for domestic violence survivors. These gifts are far more than material items—they provide moments of joy, hope, and support for individuals who have endured profound trauma. By fostering emotional healing, this initiative offers a sense of comfort and normalcy during a time of profound challenge. Beyond supporting the immediate needs of survivors, this project raises community awareness about domestic violence, helping to break the stigma and silence surrounding this critical issue.

By contributing to our cause, you would be supporting an initiative that not only brings immediate happiness and relief but also empowers recipients on their path to a brighter, more resilient future. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of these individuals, fostering healing & hope.

Funds Raised as of December 20, 11:21 am

$10,855.00

First round of gifts are purchased, ready for wrapping!

Thank you to those companies that have sponsored already!

Blueprint Marketing Group

Burn Boot Camp - Zionsville

By selecting one of the holiday themed giving amounts, those funds will be used toward the charities listed above. Should you choose a different amount, please be sure to put "Bows & Blessings" in the note section when checking out so your funds will be allocated properly. Thank you.

Join us for the Wrapping Party!

Date: December 7

Time: 5pm - 9pm

Location: 1 Motor District Circle, #35

Westfield, IN 46074

The Ruth Lilly Women and Children’s Center

  • Motivated by the love of God and believing in the fundamental value of each individual. We are committed to meeting the needs for shelter and supportive services for women and families in need. Our goal is that each person will experience stabilization, improved quality of life, and greater self-sufficiency.

  • Indianapolis

Erin’s House for Grieving Children

  • Erin’s House provides support for children, teens, and their families who have experienced a death.

  • Fort Wayne

Boone County Community Chest

  • • Connections to community resources

    • Mobile clothes closet

    • Community events

  • Boone County, Indiana

Coburn Place

  • We offer compassionate support and safe housing choices for survivors of domestic violence and their children.

    We specialize in fresh starts – letting survivors lead the way in creating their own paths forward. We serve everyone – cis women and men, transgender and nonbinary people – because everyone is welcome, everyone belongs.

  • We offer housing at our historic building in Midtown Indianapolis, as well as across more than fifteen zip codes through our community-based housing program. Breaking the cycle of abuse creates stronger people, stronger families and – ultimately – stronger communities.

Make-A-Wish

  • "Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses."

  • This Chapter of Make A Wish is dedicated to those children in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

Isaiah 117 House

  • The mission of Isaiah 117 House is threefold: reduce trauma for children awaiting placement, lighten the load for child welfare services, ease the transition for foster families.

  • This particular Isaiah 117 House is located in Boone County and Serves Boone, Hendricks, and Montgomery Counties.