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/