OUR EVERYDAY NEEDS:
1. Men's casual used clothing: jeans, shorts, t-shirts, flannels,
overcoats, etc. We do not keep ladies' clothing because we do not encounter
nearly as many women as we do men. You may donate anything, but we will
probably re-donate or place them in our garage sale.
2. Men's used tennis shoes and boots sizes 8-13. These are
hard to come by and very necessary to homeless men.
3. Men's NEW white t-shirts and undershirts, socks, and underwear. These are supplies that must be new, and because they are
not cheap, they are a great expense for us.
4. Bottled Water, gatorade. Especially
during the summer.
6. Non-perishable Food Items: Although
we are thrilled with any food donations, at the time we are overwhelmed with
canned vegetables and very low on canned meat (tuna, chicken, potted meat,
etc.) and entrees (Ravioli, Chili, etc.) and canned fruit (pineapple chunks,
mandarin oranges, cocktail, etc.) We can also use small package basic grocery
items such as 1 lb. bags of rice or dry beans, powdered milk, flour, sugar,
Jiffy mixes, cereal, cereal bars, potato flakes, peanut butter, jelly,
MacNCheese, Ramen Noodles, Spaghetti,
7. Perishable Food Items: Sometimes
folks want to donate leftovers from events or businesses. Usually we can make
use of these before they spoil. We can use them in our community meal, and we
can also try to distribute them among our friends in need. If we do end up
having to throw them away, at least we gave it a shot, and we appreciate your
generosity!
8. Used camping supplies: tents, sleeping bags, lanterns, fuel
stoves, flashlights, glovewarmers, etc. Don't
buy these things new as they can get very expensive.
9. BLANKETS AND HEATERS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD FAMILIES (during the
winter) and BOX FANS (during the summer.) USED
is the best for all of these items. But if you purchase new, Walmart is the
best place. Again, strive for FUNCTION! We don't need fancy blankets, just warm
ones. The most practical value is the simple fleece blankets that cost $5.00
for Twin, and 10.00 for Queen. Small space heaters really help people through
the winter (about $20) and box fans help people in the summer (about $15)
OUR LONG-TERM/ MAJOR
WISHLIST
1. A 8-foot wooden privacy fence around the property. Even though we feel perfectly safe in our current location,
we feel that a privacy fence would provide a certain sense of security,
especially if there are young people involved.
2. A good quality microwave.
3. A Murphy bed (folds down from the wall) This is just another way of making the most out of our
space. Even though FCH is not a "shelter," there are often overnight
guests in extraordinary or emergency situations.
4. An wall-mounted ironing board Another
way of saving space and staying organized.
5. A portable storage building We are
currently using the Mission House (the back house) for storage, but the
building is rapidly deteriorating and will not be restored. Also, it is easily
entered by thieves.
6. A short bus (hey, this is a wish list) The idea here is to have something to use for outreach. We
would probably take all of some of the seats out and carry homeless supplies
with us when we go out to the camps. Because I am not a mechanic or a
millionaire, it would need to be in decent shape or it will be more trouble
than it is worth.
7. A good quality weed-eater The
yard is out of control.
8. Raised beds, dirt, and plants for the garden in the spring The entire backyard where the garden is located is covered
by a layer of old broken bricks making it nearly impossible to grow a garden.
We have resorted to raised beds and bagged dirt which gets very expensive and
hinders our ability to garden.
BUT MOST OF ALL, We need YOU! None of these generous donations
will mean much to our friends without the most important need of all,
friendship. The thing that ends up fostering change is love. More than food or
clothes or fences, we need good people who want to be involved in FCH in some
capacity. Come and dream with us. Check out the Volunteer tab and see how you
can become involved!
OUR EVERYDAY NEEDS:
1. Men's casual used clothing: jeans, shorts, t-shirts, flannels,
overcoats, etc. We do not keep ladies' clothing because we do not encounter
nearly as many women as we do men. You may donate anything, but we will
probably re-donate or place them in our garage sale.
2. Men's used tennis shoes and boots sizes 8-13. These are
hard to come by and very necessary to homeless men.
3. Men's NEW white t-shirts and undershirts, socks, and underwear. These are supplies that must be new, and because they are
not cheap, they are a great expense for us.
4. Bottled Water, gatorade. Especially
during the summer.
6. Non-perishable Food Items: Although
we are thrilled with any food donations, at the time we are overwhelmed with
canned vegetables and very low on canned meat (tuna, chicken, potted meat,
etc.) and entrees (Ravioli, Chili, etc.) and canned fruit (pineapple chunks,
mandarin oranges, cocktail, etc.) We can also use small package basic grocery
items such as 1 lb. bags of rice or dry beans, powdered milk, flour, sugar,
Jiffy mixes, cereal, cereal bars, potato flakes, peanut butter, jelly,
MacNCheese, Ramen Noodles, Spaghetti,
7. Perishable Food Items: Sometimes
folks want to donate leftovers from events or businesses. Usually we can make
use of these before they spoil. We can use them in our community meal, and we
can also try to distribute them among our friends in need. If we do end up
having to throw them away, at least we gave it a shot, and we appreciate your
generosity!
8. Used camping supplies: tents, sleeping bags, lanterns, fuel
stoves, flashlights, glovewarmers, etc. Don't
buy these things new as they can get very expensive.
9. BLANKETS AND HEATERS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD FAMILIES (during the
winter) and BOX FANS (during the summer.) USED
is the best for all of these items. But if you purchase new, Walmart is the
best place. Again, strive for FUNCTION! We don't need fancy blankets, just warm
ones. The most practical value is the simple fleece blankets that cost $5.00
for Twin, and 10.00 for Queen. Small space heaters really help people through
the winter (about $20) and box fans help people in the summer (about $15)
OUR LONG-TERM/ MAJOR
WISHLIST
1. A 8-foot wooden privacy fence around the property. Even though we feel perfectly safe in our current location,
we feel that a privacy fence would provide a certain sense of security,
especially if there are young people involved.
2. A good quality microwave.
3. A Murphy bed (folds down from the wall) This is just another way of making the most out of our
space. Even though FCH is not a "shelter," there are often overnight
guests in extraordinary or emergency situations.
4. An wall-mounted ironing board Another
way of saving space and staying organized.
5. A portable storage building We are
currently using the Mission House (the back house) for storage, but the
building is rapidly deteriorating and will not be restored. Also, it is easily
entered by thieves.
6. A short bus (hey, this is a wish list) The idea here is to have something to use for outreach. We
would probably take all of some of the seats out and carry homeless supplies
with us when we go out to the camps. Because I am not a mechanic or a
millionaire, it would need to be in decent shape or it will be more trouble
than it is worth.
7. A good quality weed-eater The
yard is out of control.
8. Raised beds, dirt, and plants for the garden in the spring The entire backyard where the garden is located is covered
by a layer of old broken bricks making it nearly impossible to grow a garden.
We have resorted to raised beds and bagged dirt which gets very expensive and
hinders our ability to garden.
BUT MOST OF ALL, We need YOU! None of these generous donations
will mean much to our friends without the most important need of all,
friendship. The thing that ends up fostering change is love. More than food or
clothes or fences, we need good people who want to be involved in FCH in some
capacity. Come and dream with us. Check out the Volunteer tab and see how you
can become involved!
OUR EVERYDAY NEEDS:
**These are the things that
we will end up buying if no one donates them. Donating such items really lowers
the financial burden and allows us to do more in the community.
1. Men's casual used clothing: jeans, shorts, t-shirts, flannels,
overcoats, etc. We do not keep ladies' clothing because we do not encounter
nearly as many women as we do men. You may donate anything, but we will
probably re-donate or place them in our garage sale.
2. Men's used tennis shoes and boots sizes 8-13. These are
hard to come by and very necessary to homeless men.
3. Men's NEW white t-shirts and undershirts, socks, and underwear. These are supplies that must be new, and because they are
not cheap, they are a great expense for us.
4. Bottled Water, gatorade. Especially
during the summer.
5. Toiletries: soap bars, toilet paper, dental care, deodorant,
shaving supplies, etc. Not only do we need to have these on
hand for anyone who wants to shower at the community house, but we also provide
them for homeless people.
6. Non-perishable Food Items: Although
we are thrilled with any food donations, at the time we are overwhelmed with
canned vegetables and very low on canned meat (tuna, chicken, potted meat,
etc.) and entrees (Ravioli, Chili, etc.) and canned fruit (pineapple chunks,
mandarin oranges, cocktail, etc.) We can also use small package basic grocery
items such as 1 lb. bags of rice or dry beans, powdered milk, flour, sugar,
Jiffy mixes, cereal, cereal bars, potato flakes, peanut butter, jelly,
MacNCheese, Ramen Noodles, Spaghetti,
7. Perishable Food Items: Sometimes
folks want to donate leftovers from events or businesses. Usually we can make
use of these before they spoil. We can use them in our community meal, and we
can also try to distribute them among our friends in need. If we do end up
having to throw them away, at least we gave it a shot, and we appreciate your
generosity!
8. Used camping supplies: tents, sleeping bags, lanterns, fuel
stoves, flashlights, glovewarmers, etc. Don't
buy these things new as they can get very expensive.
9. BLANKETS AND HEATERS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD FAMILIES (during the
winter) and BOX FANS (during the summer.) USED
is the best for all of these items. But if you purchase new, Walmart is the
best place. Again, strive for FUNCTION! We don't need fancy blankets, just warm
ones. The most practical value is the simple fleece blankets that cost $5.00
for Twin, and 10.00 for Queen. Small space heaters really help people through
the winter (about $20) and box fans help people in the summer (about $15)
OUR LONG-TERM/ MAJOR
WISHLIST
1. A 8-foot wooden privacy fence around the property. Even though we feel perfectly safe in our current location,
we feel that a privacy fence would provide a certain sense of security,
especially if there are young people involved.
2. A good quality microwave.
3. A Murphy bed (folds down from the wall) This is just another way of making the most out of our
space. Even though FCH is not a "shelter," there are often overnight
guests in extraordinary or emergency situations.
4. An wall-mounted ironing board Another
way of saving space and staying organized.
5. A portable storage building We are
currently using the Mission House (the back house) for storage, but the
building is rapidly deteriorating and will not be restored. Also, it is easily
entered by thieves.
6. A short bus (hey, this is a wish list) The idea here is to have something to use for outreach. We
would probably take all of some of the seats out and carry homeless supplies
with us when we go out to the camps. Because I am not a mechanic or a
millionaire, it would need to be in decent shape or it will be more trouble
than it is worth.
7. A good quality weed-eater The
yard is out of control.
8. Raised beds, dirt, and plants for the garden in the spring The entire backyard where the garden is located is covered
by a layer of old broken bricks making it nearly impossible to grow a garden.
We have resorted to raised beds and bagged dirt which gets very expensive and
hinders our ability to garden.
BUT MOST OF ALL, We need YOU! None of these generous donations
will mean much to our friends without the most important need of all,
friendship. The thing that ends up fostering change is love. More than food or
clothes or fences, we need good people who want to be involved in FCH in some
capacity. Come and dream with us. Check out the Volunteer tab and see how you
can become involved!
