Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church in Heath hosts donations drive for Austin Street Center Aug. 9

• Sandwiches, individually wrapped in baggies, placed in bread loaf bag and identified on the outside of the bag.

• Individually wrapped condiment packets, individual packets of sugar and creamer

• Ethnic hair care products (oil-based shampoo and conditioner, edge control hair gel, herbal gro)

• Individual drinks, such as juice boxes, Capri Suns, Gatorade, water bottles

• Monetary donations (please label envelope with organization name)

• Gift cards to Sam’s Club, Walmart and Target

• Sanitizing wipes (must contain 60% alcohol)

• Antibacterial hand soap (individual container or refill bottle)

• Snacks: individually packaged chips, fruit snacks, and crackers

• Large and extra-large underwear for men and women

• Flip flops or shower shoes, tennis shoes for men and women

• High strength reading glasses

• Feminine products: pads and panty liners

• Disposable razors

• Towels (new or gently used)

• Twin-size blankets or throws

• Jeans

• Short-sleeved t-shirts (for men and women)

Holy Trinity by the Lake is hosting a donation drive every week in August benefiting various local organizations in correlation with their outreach series called Love Thy Neighbor. For more information visit https://www.htbtl.org/outreach-series.

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