October 4 Update
Some new needs have emerged from our neighbors most affected by the storm in Western Carolina. This weekend, we will be collecting more supplies to take to our ministry partners in the mountains. The atrium will be open from noon to 4 on both Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6 to receive items from the list below and we will deliver all items on Monday. While every item from our original list remains essential, a few specific needs have been requested:
Hand-operated can openers
Hygiene items – Hand sanitizer, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, travel-sized toiletries, pads & tampons.
Baby Supplies – Formula, diapers, & wipes.
Cleaning Supplies – Bleach, paper towels, gloves, scrub brushes, trash bags, Dawn dish soap, all-purpose cleaner, contractor bags & work gloves.
If you are unable to bring supplies this weekend, there will be more opportunities in the days ahead. You may also contribute monetary gifts through First Baptist Greensboro at
fbcgso.org/give, indicating “Disaster Relief.” These funds will be utilized entirely in partnership with the ongoing response efforts of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. If you have any questions please contact Buck Cochran (buck@fbcgso.org).
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Beyond monetary donations, we are collecting supplies to be transported to First Baptist Church of Boone, who is situated in downtown Boone as a hub and feeding station for students and others in the surrounding area. Supplies can be dropped off today (September) at the covered entrance of First Baptist Greensboro. Note, this is a specific list and only the requested supplies can be received.
Hygiene items – Hand sanitizer, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, travel size toiletries, pads & tampons.
Baby Supplies – Formula, diapers, & wipes
Cleaning Supplies – Bleach, paper towels, gloves, scrub brushes, trash bags, dawn dish soap, all purpose cleaner, contractor bags & work gloves.
All types of batteries
Gallon water jugs
Thanks for your generosity in these small initial responses, and in the ongoing work of relief and restoration ahead.
There will be more ways to contribute in the future! Stay tuned for details on our socials or sign up for our weekly Enews.
