Local Ministry: FAM Essentials
An outreach ministry for those recovering from homelessness, fire, flood/emergency situations or foster families in Wilson County, TN.
Acceptable Items
WE ASK THAT ALL DONATIONS BE CLEAN AND IN GOOD SHAPE. FREE FROM RIPS & TEARS
FURNITURE
- Kitchen Tables
- Kitchen/Dining Chairs
- Dressers
- Chest of Drawers
- Night Stands
- Bed Frames (Must have all parts)
- Bunk Beds (Must have all parts)
- Mattresses (No stains or worn spots) (Twin, Full & Queen only)
- Futons
- Recliners
- Loveseats
- Couches (No Sleeper Sofas)
- Coffee Tables (No glass)
- End Tables (No Glass)
- Small TV Stands
- Lamps
- Rugs
KITCHEN
- Pots & Pans (Gently used & clean)
- Baking Sheets
- Cooking Utensils
- Bakeware Items
- Pot Holders
- Microwaves (Countertop only)
- Coffee Makers
- Cups & Mugs
- Dish Sets (No Silver/Gold Trim)
- Silverware
- Kitchen Towels/Dish Cloths
- Trash Cans
- Trash Can Liners (10-13 Gallon Size)
BATH
- Bathroom Towels
- Wash Cloths/Hand Towels
- Shower Curtains/Liners
- Small Trash Cans
- Bathroom Rugs
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste
- Shampoo/Conditioner
BEDDING
- Sheet Sets (Twin, Full & Queen only)
- Waterproof Mattress Pads
- Pillow Cases
- Blankets & Throws
- Pillows (Clean)
MISC.
- Books (Christian & Children)
- Coloring Books
- New Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Flat Screen TV’s (With feet & no larger than 52")
- Small Toys
- Vacuums
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Unacceptable Items
(These items will not fit in most apartments or are not considered essential items)
FURNITURE
- No Sleeper Sofas
- No Entertainment Centers
- No Game Tables
- No Hutch Desk
- No King Beds
- No Armoires
- No Glass Top Tables
- No Baby Beds
KITCHEN & BATH
- No Cabinets
- No China Cabinets
- No Large Appliances (Washer/Dryer/Stove)
- No Fancy Glasseware or Wine Glasses
DÉCOR
- No Home Decor Items
- No Plants of any kind
- No Blinds
- No Ceiling Fans
- No Holiday Décor
- No House Plants
- No Light Fixtures
MISC.
- No Curtains or Rods
- No Car Seats
- No Clothing
- No Exercise Equipment
- No Food
- No Pianos
- No Printers
- No Phones
- No Office Equipment
- No Electronic Devices
- No Crutches, Bed Side Commodes, Walkers or Wheelchairs
WE ASK THAT ALL DONATIONS BE CLEAN AND IN GOOD SHAPE. FREE FROM RIPS & TEARS.
For those experiencing homelessness or need help with rent and utility bills: Compassionate Hands https://www.compassionatehandstn.org/
Foster Families: https://www.facebook.com/Foster180/
Clothing & Food: WIlson County Help Center: https://wilsoncountyhelpcenter.org/
Food: Joseph's Storehouse: https://www.loaejosephsstorehouse.org/