What is PREPARES?
PREPARES for Life was launched in 2014 as a statewide initiative of the Catholic Bishops of Washington to help parishes accompany pregnant women and families with children under the age of five. Follow this link to learn more about the PREPARES network of ministries: https://www.preparesforlife.org/about
“We want to make sure that no child – born or unborn – is ever abandoned or alone. We want to make sure that every mother whether she is in a small rural town or a large city…has caring people around her, walking those critical first five years of her child’s life. “
— Bishop Joseph Tyson Cornerstone Conference 2014.
What is Little Roses?
Through our Little Roses Baby Boutique, PREPARES of North Kitsap provides material support to pregnant mothers, fathers, and their children from pre-born through age 5. We collect and give away gently used infant & toddler clothing along with other ‘baby support gear’ along with new diapers, wipes, and car seats.
Why are we doing this?
Children are a precious gift from God, but providing everything a baby needs can be challenging especially in the early years when they’re growing fast! We are so grateful you’ve welcomed children into your life; we want to help you and your family get what you need to thrive.
Behold, children are a gift of the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward.
-Psalm 127:3-5
Online Donations
Location open every 2nd Tuesday of the month | 10am-1pm
Click below to donate!
(Select "Prepares" drop down option)
PREPARES F.A.Q.s
WHO CAN SHOP AT LITTLE ROSES?
ALL families living in North Kitsap and Bainbridge Island are welcome regardless of employment, immigration status, or religious affiliation – you do not need to be Catholic to shop at Little Roses!
WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS OF OPERATION?
Little Roses is located at St. Peter Catholic church, 7066 NE South St, Suquamish. We are open to the public on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
HOW CAN I DONATE?
Clothing & Furnishings:
Drop off gently* used newborn – size 6 clothing, shoes, or ‘baby gear’ in the PREPARES donation boxes in St Cecilia’s church narthex or St Olaf’s church hall on weekends before or after masses or on weekdays between 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.
-Gently Used means clean, without tears or excessive staining.
Before donating ask, “Would I feel o.k. if my child wore this to school or church?”
Diapers & Wipes:
All sizes of diapers and pull-ups are welcome, even partial packages! Unused, sealed boxes of wipes only.
Monetary Donations:
Most donated funds are used to purchase diapers, wipes, and new car seats. A small portion of funds may be used to help furnish and maintain our store.
· Make checks payable to ‘St Cecilia Church’ with ‘PREPARES’ in the memo. Drop checks off at St Cecilia or St Olaf parish offices on weekdays between 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.
OR
Go to: https://pushpay.com/g/stolafpoulsbo
(make sure to select "Prepares" drop down option)
CAN I VOLUNTEER?
Yes, please! The only qualifications you need to volunteer are:
- The desire to make a difference and “walk the journey” with pregnant and parenting mothers, fathers, and families.
- Commitment to being a volunteer and to work directly with the PREPARES of North Kitsap Coordinator.
- Ability to say no without guilt!!
- Patience, reliability, and dependability.
Since our volunteers work with families and children, all volunteers must complete the Seattle Archdiocese on-line Safe Environment Training and sign an agreement to follow PREPARES conduct guidelines.
Contact our coordinator, Debra Dineen at dineendk@gmail.com to learn more about volunteer requirements.
WHAT DO LITTLE ROSES VOLUNTEERS DO?
Volunteers will be asked to help with the following for 2-3 hours at least once/month on either a weekend or on the Monday afternoon prior to a shopping day:
- Sort through donated items.
- Help pack bags to give to families in need.
- Stock display racks in the shopping area.
- Help keep stored items and storage spaces clean, organized, & tidy.
Volunteers who are available to help during shopping hours, will do the following under the supervision of the coordinator or a trained supervising volunteer:
- Accompany shoppers 1:1 to make sure they get what they need and to tally the number of items a family is given (we report this to the diocese, to help track how many families are served and an estimated number of items provided).
- Help keep display racks neat & organized; replenish racks when they run low.
- Help keep our shopping & play area clean, organized, & tidy.
Images from April 22nd, 2026.
Bishop Schuster and Father Mark blessing of the new PREPARES building located at the St. Peter Mission Rectory.