Help Doesn't Have Business Hours.
The Lockbox Program gives trusted first responders secure, after-hours access to essential resources so children and families can receive help when they need it most.
A Crisis Doesn't Wait for the Office to Open.
First responders meet families during some of the hardest moments of their lives. A house fire, an unexpected displacement, a child without proper clothing, or a family suddenly needing basic supplies can happen at any hour.
Traditional assistance is not always available at night, on weekends, or during emergencies. The Lockbox Program helps remove that gap.
Authorized agencies can securely access participating 4 Good Community resources after hours and get needed items directly to the people they are serving.
How the Lockbox Program Works
A Need Is Found.
A police officer, firefighter, deputy, EMS professional, or authorized responder encounters a child or family who needs immediate support.
Resources Are Available.
Authorized personnel securely access a participating location through the Lockbox Program, even when normal operating hours have ended.
Help Goes Directly Out.
Responders select the needed resources and get them directly to the child or family without making them wait for the next business day.
What First Responders Can Access
Clothing
New clothing, seasonal items, shoes, and other basic apparel needs.
Hygiene
Personal care products and hygiene essentials for children and adults.
Food & Snacks
Available snacks, drinks, and basic food items for immediate needs.
Blankets & Bedding
Comfort items for families displaced from their homes or in crisis.
Children's Essentials
Items for babies, children, teens, and caregivers who need immediate support.
Household Resources
Available household goods that may help a family begin recovering.
As a police officer and community mentor, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible impact Kids4Good has in Henderson. Their commitment to supporting families in need, paired with the lock box access our department has for 24/7 assistance, allows us to respond quickly when someone in our community is struggling.
I mentor a student from a single-parent household with four children. Their family has very limited resources, but thanks to Kids4Good, he was able to personally pick out Christmas gifts for his siblings and his mom. Having the independence to choose meaningful gifts and bring joy to his family was a powerful experience for him.
On another occasion, I helped a youth in foster care who needed new clothes in uncommon sizes that are hard to find. The staff at Kids4Good worked with me to locate several pairs of pants and shirts, ensuring that this young person had respectable clothing to wear with dignity.
Most recently, I was able to pick up two baby changing tables for a local community space that serves low-income families. Before this, there were no changing tables available. Because of Kids4Good, the space can now better support mothers and children without having to divert funds from other critical services.
These are just a few examples, but they demonstrate how vital Kids4Good is to our community. Their resources, their staff, and their partnership with local law enforcement truly make a difference – often in ways that might seem small but have a lasting impact on the lives of families and children.
Lieutenant Daniel Lehman #7
Henderson Police Department