Project Homeless Connect: Donate 9/7, Volunteer 10/18

Jefferson City Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event based on a national service model to reduce as many barriers as possible to help the homeless or near homeless become self-sufficient. This is the 5th year for Project Homeless Connect!

This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, October 18, and was mentioned in the August 2019 Beacon. But there’s also a special donation effort this month.

Saturday, September 7     Donation Day (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

• Look for the Red and White Balloons on Monroe Street!!!
• Here is are donation articles we are seeking:
  • New or Clean, Gently-used Clothing (Especially Jackets & Coats)
  • New or Gently Used Shoes
  • New Adult White Socks (Tube Socks Preferred)
  • New Adult Underwear, assorted sizes
  • New Washcloths
  • Toiletries for care kits (fingernail clippers, razors, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products still needed)
• Bring donations to FBC Fellowship Hall (3rd floor).
• Volunteers are also needed to help sort items that day.
• Questions? Email [email protected].

Friday, October 18  Volunteer (9 a.m.  – 2 p.m.)

• Volunteers are needed to register and guide guests to specific service destinations.
• Volunteers are also needed to drive vehicles.

Interested in helping?

• Look for flyers at church.
• Sign up online.
• Pick up a volunteer packet at the Welcome Center in the lobby.
• Contact Lory Feeler at [email protected] or [email protected].