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Supporting Lost-n-Found Youth

IST Gives Back Passion Project

National Project: Supporting Lost-n-Found Youth.

Lost-n-Found Youth

For the month of June, IST Gives Back is holding a national Passion Project to support Lost-N-Found Youth, a non-profit supporting LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. This Atlanta-based organization’s mission is “to end homelessness for all LGBTQ youth by providing them with the skills and support needed to live independently.”


CLICK the Lost-n-Found logo to read their full story.

Three ways to participate:

1. Donate New and Used Clothing and Household Items.

  • Clothing
  • Toys
  • Furniture
  • Art
  • Collectables
  • Fitness Equipment
  • Small Kitchen Appliances
  • Household Goods (dishware, utensils, kitchen supplies)


* Donation boxes will be set up in the break rooms at Corporate

** For SITES sending in donation goods, email Lori Mitchum--lmitchum@istmanagement.com--for a shipping label.


2. Shop the Lost-n-Found Wishlist. Lost-n-Found has a wishlist of items you can buy online and have them shipped directly to the organization. https://www.myregistry.com/organization/lost-n-found-youth-atlanta-ga/504968/giftlist



3. Contribute Money. Send Lori Mitchum--lmitchum@istmanagement.com--a copy of your receipt/confirmation so that we can keep track of your donations. A little can go a long way! https://linktr.ee/lost_n_foundyouth

In recognition of Pride Month, the Lost-n-Found Passion Project will occur from June 1st-30th. We look forward to the IST family coming together to support this worthwhile cause! 

Chimeco Biles

National Director, Community Engagement

Phone: 706.588.5939

Email: cbiles@istmanagement.com

Lori Mitchum

Vice President, Administration

Phone: 404.582.8865

Email: lmitchum@istmanagement.com

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