ROCKWALL, TX – August 6, 2020 — Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church in Heath is hosting a donations drive for the Austin Street Center on Aug. 9 from 1-3 p.m. The Austin Street Center provides emergency shelter and services for the most vulnerable homeless men and women.
Here’s a list of what to donate:
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Sandwiches, individually wrapped in baggies, placed in bread loaf bag and identified on the outside of the bag.
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Individually wrapped condiment packets, individual packets of sugar and creamer
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Ethnic hair care products (oil-based shampoo and conditioner, edge control hair gel, herbal gro)
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Individual drinks, such as juice boxes, Capri Suns, Gatorade, water bottles
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Monetary donations (please label envelope with organization name)
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Gift cards to Sam’s Club, Walmart and Target
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Sanitizing wipes (must contain 60% alcohol)
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Antibacterial hand soap (individual container or refill bottle)
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Snacks: individually packaged chips, fruit snacks, and crackers
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Large and extra-large underwear for men and women
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Flip flops or shower shoes, tennis shoes for men and women
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High strength reading glasses
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Feminine products: pads and panty liners
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Disposable razors
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Towels (new or gently used)
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Twin-size blankets or throws
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Jeans
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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.
Blue Ribbon News staff report.
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