Community Connections = Ways You Can Help!
Brad and Amber are now doing Community Connections
the second Saturday of each month. Check back each month for ideas on how you can love and serve your neighbor.
Community Connections for October 2020
Safe Haven
Safe Haven’s biggest need is socks. They also continue to need new, full sized hygiene items (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothpaste, etc.), toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, and any/all disinfecting cleaning products. Drop off items downtown at 414 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55802.
If you have any questions, contact: Molly Smith MSmith@safehavenshelter.org
Lutheran Social Service-The Center for Changing Lives
Bring a little cheer to the residents of The Center for Changing Lives by making treat bags for their 24 residents. Drop them off at the Center for Changing Lives, 1422 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55805.
Loaves and Fishes
As we are coming into fall, Loaves and Fishes needs gas cards, tents, sleeping bags, and tarps for folks sleeping outside or in their car. They are also collecting items for Community Connect including winter coats, hats, gloves, socks. Drop off items anytime between 9 am-8 pm at Olive Branch House, 1614 Jefferson St., Duluth, MN.
Life House
Join Life House for their annual Celebration of Success at 5:30 pm on October 13, 2020. Music is at 5:30 pm; the program is from 6:00-6:45 pm. Hear inspiring stories from youth, celebrate five years of Sol House (their home for youth victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking) and learn about what is in store for Life House in the upcoming year. To register: text “Life House” to 243725 OR visit lifehouseduluth.org and click on “Celebration of Success.” Donations needed: Hats & gloves, shampoos & conditioner, & body wash.
CHUM
Visit chumduluth.org to join their virtual fundraiser and silent auction which will be going on through November 1st. These funds are raised to help support the clients, guests, and residents of CHUM and the programs that CHUM provides to our neighbors in need. Donations needed: tents, sleeping bags, tarps.
Union Gospel Mission
Union Gospel mission could use canned vegetables of any kind. Drop them off off at their building: 219 E. 1st Street.
Damiano Center
The Damiano Center is collecting winter gear such as hats, mittens, coats and snow pants for Community Connect. They are also accepting and in need of clothing such as sweatpants, jeans, sweatshirts, socks, belts, and scrubs. In addition, blankets and sheets are needed. Donations can be dropped off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only. Call 218-722-8708 to set up a time to drop off items. When donating, please park in the lot on the west side of the building.
Safe Haven’s biggest need is socks. They also continue to need new, full sized hygiene items (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothpaste, etc.), toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, and any/all disinfecting cleaning products. Drop off items downtown at 414 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55802.
If you have any questions, contact: Molly Smith MSmith@safehavenshelter.org
Lutheran Social Service-The Center for Changing Lives
Bring a little cheer to the residents of The Center for Changing Lives by making treat bags for their 24 residents. Drop them off at the Center for Changing Lives, 1422 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55805.
Loaves and Fishes
As we are coming into fall, Loaves and Fishes needs gas cards, tents, sleeping bags, and tarps for folks sleeping outside or in their car. They are also collecting items for Community Connect including winter coats, hats, gloves, socks. Drop off items anytime between 9 am-8 pm at Olive Branch House, 1614 Jefferson St., Duluth, MN.
Life House
Join Life House for their annual Celebration of Success at 5:30 pm on October 13, 2020. Music is at 5:30 pm; the program is from 6:00-6:45 pm. Hear inspiring stories from youth, celebrate five years of Sol House (their home for youth victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking) and learn about what is in store for Life House in the upcoming year. To register: text “Life House” to 243725 OR visit lifehouseduluth.org and click on “Celebration of Success.” Donations needed: Hats & gloves, shampoos & conditioner, & body wash.
CHUM
Visit chumduluth.org to join their virtual fundraiser and silent auction which will be going on through November 1st. These funds are raised to help support the clients, guests, and residents of CHUM and the programs that CHUM provides to our neighbors in need. Donations needed: tents, sleeping bags, tarps.
Union Gospel Mission
Union Gospel mission could use canned vegetables of any kind. Drop them off off at their building: 219 E. 1st Street.
Damiano Center
The Damiano Center is collecting winter gear such as hats, mittens, coats and snow pants for Community Connect. They are also accepting and in need of clothing such as sweatpants, jeans, sweatshirts, socks, belts, and scrubs. In addition, blankets and sheets are needed. Donations can be dropped off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only. Call 218-722-8708 to set up a time to drop off items. When donating, please park in the lot on the west side of the building.
Community Connections for September 2020
September, 2020
CHUM
Steve O'Neil Apartments Early Childhood Program is in need of cribs and mattresses. Due to safety standards and requirements these items must be brand new. Visit chumduluth.org to make a donation toward a crib or mattress. Notate what you’d like your donation to go towards.
The shelter is need of new or gently used microwaves, NEW socks underwear/boxers, tampons and deodorant.
Outreach Services is in need of tents, sleeping bags and tarps.
LOAVES AND FISHES
Loaves and fishes are in need of winter coats, snow pants, hats and mittens for all ages, as well as backpacks.
Call 218-724-2054 to arrange a time to drop off donation items.
LIFE HOUSE
Donations of feminine hygiene products are needed.
Life House’s annual inspirational Celebration of Success fundraiser, held virtually on Tuesday, October 13, at 5:30 pm. They will be celebrating five years of their Safe Harbor program and sharing exciting news. Contact Amber at 218-393-6952, for more details.
NORTHWOODS CHILDREN’S SERVICES
LSS-Center for Changing Lives
Residents living in apartments at the Center for Changing Lives could use toilet paper and some gift cards for groceries to Super One. They are also running low on oral hygiene products (toothbrushes, floss, toothpaste and mouthwash). Contact: Dawn.Shykes@lssmn.org
CHUM
Steve O'Neil Apartments Early Childhood Program is in need of cribs and mattresses. Due to safety standards and requirements these items must be brand new. Visit chumduluth.org to make a donation toward a crib or mattress. Notate what you’d like your donation to go towards.
The shelter is need of new or gently used microwaves, NEW socks underwear/boxers, tampons and deodorant.
Outreach Services is in need of tents, sleeping bags and tarps.
LOAVES AND FISHES
Loaves and fishes are in need of winter coats, snow pants, hats and mittens for all ages, as well as backpacks.
Call 218-724-2054 to arrange a time to drop off donation items.
LIFE HOUSE
Donations of feminine hygiene products are needed.
Life House’s annual inspirational Celebration of Success fundraiser, held virtually on Tuesday, October 13, at 5:30 pm. They will be celebrating five years of their Safe Harbor program and sharing exciting news. Contact Amber at 218-393-6952, for more details.
NORTHWOODS CHILDREN’S SERVICES
LSS-Center for Changing Lives
Residents living in apartments at the Center for Changing Lives could use toilet paper and some gift cards for groceries to Super One. They are also running low on oral hygiene products (toothbrushes, floss, toothpaste and mouthwash). Contact: Dawn.Shykes@lssmn.org
