DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Black Woman United donated culturally representative dolls to Montgomery County Children’s Services on the morning of Friday, Dec. 19.
Caseworkers will later distribute the dolls to children in foster care, giving them gifts that reflect a diverse range of skin tones, hair textures, and features, which Black Women United say is often forgotten about when donating toys.
“As an organization, we remember growing up as little black girls and not always having dolls that looked like us,” said Dr. Karen Townsend, one of the founders of Black Women United. “We’re really excited to be able to share the spirit of the season and help girls feel beautiful, seen, and loved.”…