Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week—Nov 11-12, 2012
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"At the end of life we will not be judged by how many diplomas we have received, how much money we have made, how many great things we have done. We will be judged by 'I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was naked and you clothed me. I was homeless and you took me in.'" —Mother Teresa
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The following activities will mark the 2011 Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week stay tuned for 2012 events.
Tuesday, Nov. 15: Homeless Winter Needs Drive
7am-6pm at the following drop-off sites:
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Homeless Resource Center (520 S. Walnut)
- Shopko (9520 N. Newport Hwy)
- Shopko (4515 S. Regal)
- Shopko (13414 E. Sprague)
All winter ware items will be given to Spokane Mental Health Homeless Outreach Team for their annual winter ware drive which will be held on Friday. All toiletry and basic need items will be given to agencies participating in the drive to give out to clients. Please support this event by dropping off items and helping our area residents who are in need. Needed items include:
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Winter Wear:
- gloves
- hand warmers
- new and gently used coats
- plastic ponchos
- scarves
- socks
- winter boots
- Toiletries (new only):
- deodorant
- lotion
- shampoo and conditioner
- razors
- soap
- toothpaste & brush
- Basic Needs:
- cleaning supplies
- laundry soap
- pet food
- toilet paper
- Cash donations will also be accepted
Tuesday, Nov. 15: Transitions Open House & Benefit Concert
Join Women of the Hearth for a viewing of art work and refreshments followed by “The Babes of Music” benefit concert at the Bing. For tickets and info call: 328-6702
Thursday, Nov. 17: “Food for Thought,” A Night of Conversation in Community
Shalom Ministries, Central United Methodist Church (518 W 3rd Ave), 5-7 pm
Food for Thought is an annual community dinner served at Shalom Ministries. This meal is planned and served by students of Gonzaga and Whitworth Universities and community partners. The meal is provided by Sodexo. It is designed to bring together over a shared meal individuals who are homeless and members of the community. Everyone is invited and there is no charge for the meal. If you would like to help with this event please call Lauren Bower at 206.698.1136.
Friday, Nov. 19: Winter Wear Pickup and Memorial Service
First Covenant Church (2nd & Browne), Drive 10am-4pm, Memorial 12pm
Spokane Mental Health Homeless Outreach Team will be holding their annual Winter Wear Drive Pick Up distributing winter supplies to homeless individuals. Last year the pick up served over 300 individuals. The Department of Social and Health Services’ Mobile Community Services Office will also be on location at this event to help those in need to get basic food, cash and medical benefits. At noon there will be a memorial service held to remember the hungry and homeless who have passed away this last year.