Global Connections’ Update on Weston Fire Victims
terence | July 16, 2008DearFriends—
Thankyou so much for a great outpouring of support and generosity to our Latinofriends during this time of difficulty and crisis for them! Last nightwas our first distribution and an opportunity to meet and connect withthem. Several GC volunteers—including three that spoke Spanishfluently—were on hand to extend our sympathy and interact with ourfriends. They were so thankful for the generosity they received throughyou. As we explained who/what Global Connections was, our prayer was thatthey felt the love of God in a very tangible way.
Afew updated pieces of information regarding their needs:
WHAT WE DON’T NEED (OR AT LEAST AT THISTIME)
Noclothing—we’re overwhelmed with clothes right now.
Nocanned food without labels.
Nochildren’s shoes or other items—no children were affected by thisfire.
WHAT IS NEEDED AT THIS TIME
Canopeners
Microwaveovens (for five living units)
Women’smonthly hygiene products
Socks
Kitchenutensils
Kitchenhousehold items
Setsof dishes
Blankets
Sheets
Towels
$25gift cards to area stores – We would like to be able to give all 22victims a gift card at our final distribution. So far, we have received 6gift cards.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL ITEMS MUST BE CLEAN AND IN WORKING ORDER!
Justa reminder that we will only be receivingitems through Friday, July 18. GC’s Collection Siteis BG Alliance Church; it is open to receive donations from 9:30 am –2:30 pm and from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm. If you would like to help withthe distribution of items and to connect with our friends, please feel free tocontact me.
Thanksagain for your help!
JulieGeorge
Director
GlobalConnections
(419)494-3077
