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Catholic school collecting kids pajama donations; clean PJs can promote better sleep, expert says

Faculty, parents and students at a private Catholic school in New York are working strategically to collect pajama donations for children living in the local community who are experiencing economic hardships.

St. Kevin Catholic Academy, located in a Queens neighborhood, is collaborating with The Pajama Program, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, and Girl Scout troops to provide new sleepwear for children 12 and under, ranging in sizes from newborn to children’s XL.

Parents were notified of the fundraising effort and encouraged to spread the word to individuals outside the school’s community through a letter sent home with their kids.

Staff, parents and students at St. Kevin Catholic Academy in Queens collecting pajama donations for children experiencing financial struggles. (Allison Murphy)

The parent-student collaboration has received around 50 sets of pajamas so far. 

Alexis Abate, a licensed professional counselor, told Fox News Digital that new, clean pajamas are critical for a child's comfort before and during sleep. (iStock)

She added that a new, clean pair of pajamas promotes proper hygiene and affects the quality of sleep.

"Getting ready for bed teaches kids that they can have a secure attachment style with their caregiver," Abate said. 

St. Kevin Catholic Academy is working with Girl Scout troops and The Pajama Project to provide children in need with clean, comfy pajamas this holiday season. (Reggie Casagrande via Getty Images)

"It is a symbol of safety, warmth and being cared for. Having PJs in the home represents not only our basic needs but also predictability and stability. It's going to help with emotional regulations."

For those outside of the Queens community looking to have a greater collective impact, moms in the APA have opened an Amazon wishlist for interested donors. 

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Pajamas purchased will be directly sent to Montalvo and kept at the school or church.

St. Kevin’s invites local and national giving through the end of November.