“It’s always available, no guilt, no pressure, no paperwork.”

Meet Maggie Ballard and her 6-year-old son Paxton Burns. They live in Wichita, Kansas.

Maggie Ballard

Ballard told BuzzFeed News that since October, the pair have had this "blessing box" in their front yard. "Take a blessing when you need one. Leave blessing when you can," the sign reads.

Maggie Ballard

Inside the box are everyday essentials like food and hygiene products.

Maggie Ballard

Ballard said that people come late at night or early in the morning to retrieve the "blessings."

The quietness of the effort appeals to her. "I love that it provides anonymity for people taking and people leaving. It's always available, no guilt, no pressure, no paperwork," she said.

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