Dexter, Missouri - Ashlynn Wyman has a heart of gold! Her goal is to eliminate trash bags as an acceptable form of luggage for foster children.  When a child enters foster care sometimes a trash bag is the only thing they are offered for their most personal belongings.

Wyman's journey on her latest project, "Luggage for Foster Children" began when she was very young and her grandma became a foster parent.  Then about two years ago her mom showed her this video about the life a foster child and it made her realize just how lucky she was to be with her family.

"In the video, the child moves from house to house with her clothes and belongings in trash bags," commented a very passionate Wyman.  "I have set up a Luggage Drive at Dexter High School and I really need everyone's help!"

The luggage, suitcases, backpacks or duffle bags will be donated to the Department of Social Service (They oversee the Division of Family Services) so that children will have something of their own to take with them when they go to a foster home.

"Community members please join in!" Wyman said.  "If you have anything you would like to donate please let me know and I can come pick it up.  DHS Students please bring to school and place underneath the Student Council Christmas Tree!"

There is no deadline for this worthwhile cause.  Ashlynn just wants to continue this project and pass on to her fellows classmates and brothers next year!

More than 300,000 kids enter the foster care system in America each year.  They deserve better than a trash bag for their belongings.  Let's help Ashlynn by  donating at least one piece of luggage, backpack or duffle bag this holiday season to help her cause and continue into the new year helping those who are in need!

You can reach her on Facebook by clicking HERE.  You can also reach out to the ShowMe Times and we will be glad to help her deliver or pick-up items for donation.