During the season of Lent, the Missions Committee sponsoring a drive to support St. Barnabas Community Resource center, which is managed through our mission partner Episcopal Community Services (ECS). This community resource center supports individuals and families living in West Philadelphia through an open pantry program and rapid re-housing program.
The donation drive will run from March 19 through April 30.
Items to donate are listed below. Donations can be dropped off in a designated location at the church. Items may also be purchased online from the registry list at Target or wishlist at Amazon. Target and Amazon Wish List items will be shipped to the church's address.
Please contact the Missions Committee with any questions or concerns. Thank you!
Items to Donate
Open Choice Pantry
Canned goods (vegetables, fruits, soups, stews, tuna, pork-n-beans)
Cereals (cream of wheat, oats, grits, dry cereal)
Macaroni and cheese
Spaghetti and spaghetti sauce
Crackers and bread
Peanut butter and jelly
Coffee items (coffee, tea, creamer, sugar)
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Cleaning supplies
Toiletries
Move-In basket for Rapid Rehousing Participants
New bath towels
New wash cloths
New kitchen sponge
New kitchen towel and mitt set
New sheet sets (Queen size and Twin size)
Dish detergent
Pack of plastic utensils
New shower curtain rings
New clear/cream shower liners
New cups, plates, or bowls (set of 4)
Reusable shopping bag
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Grocery Store gift card $25