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Creative Ways to Help the Mission to Help others

Individuals and Groups make a huge difference in our community!
  
No effort is too small or too large to have a positive impact on the lives of others.  There is such a great need in our community that any and all support provided on behalf of the Mission is a blessing that we appreciate more than words can tell.  Some ideas for how you can help are listed below.  We're open to other ideas that you may have.  Please call the Mission or email us with any suggestions!

Food & Clothes
 
Sponsor a food and/or clothing drive in your neighborhood, school, workplace, church, or organization and donate the proceeds to the Mission!  Buy an "extra" bag of food for the Mission when you're shopping for your family.   Support a food or clothing drive sponsored by another group on behalf of the Mission.
 
Spring & Fall Cleaning
  
When it's time to get new items for your family, consider donating those no longer in need, but still in good condition, to the Mission.  We accept clothing, blankets, household items, and more!   Consider picking up a few items for the Mission when you're shopping a big sale at your favorite store!

Yard and Estate Sales
  
When you need to clear out some or all of the contents of a house, consider donating items to the Mission.  Collectibles, antiques, toys, baby needs, and small appliances are especially appreciated.  Consider taking a collection for the Mission at your sale, or donating a percentage of the proceeds.


Help with a Meal
 
Volunteer to help prepare and/or serve a hot meal.  We provide lunch to mainly an adult crowd every Wednesday at noon.  On Saturdays, as part of our Happy Day Express children's program, the kids receive breakfast and lunch.  Helping in this way is a great hands on experience that benefits so many!
 
Crafts and Stories
  
On Saturdays throughout the year, and some weekdays in the summer, we have an average of 50 kids at the Mission for our Children's program.  Volunteer to organize and lead craft or story time for the children.  It is such a special time for the Happy Day Express kids to feel special and loved.

Sponsor a Fundraiser
 
Organize and lead a fundraiser that benefits the Mission!  Car washes, carnival days, chinese auctions, concerts, and dinner events are among those that others have done on our behalf.  Every one that attends has fun and the Mission, and the people we serve, benefit as a result of your hard work and the generosity of your guests!