Opportunities to Serve: Being the Hand’s of Jesus in the World
We are continuously inspired by the generosity of our community and the opportunities we have to make a difference. In addition to our ongoing partnership with KC for Refugees, we are also excited to support Heart-N-Hand Ministries, a local organization here in Belton that serves the homeless and individuals in need of a “hand up.”
KC for Refugees: Urgent Needs
A few years ago, we opened the basement of the House of Grace to KC for Refugees, an organization that provides essential support to newly-arrived refugees from war-torn countries. They are in urgent need of replenishing their Welcome Closet for the refugees arriving weekly in the Kansas City Metro area. The following items are critical for the refugees as they start their new lives:
Needed Donations for KC for Refugees:
Towels and blankets
Small kitchen appliances (rice cookers, electric tea pots, pressure cookers, etc.)
Dishes, silverware, and pots and pans (the bigger, the better!)
Diapers (of all sizes)
Sheets (twin and queen size)
Hygiene and cleaning kits
Socks and underwear (for children and adults)
Maxi pads
You can drop off donations at the House of Grace basement, on Thursdays from 9am-11am.
Heart-N-Hand Ministries: Serving the Homeless and Those in Need
Heart-N-Hand Ministries, located right here in Belton, is another wonderful organization that serves our community by supporting the homeless and others in need. Heart-N-Hand provides crucial services, and they are always in need of donations to support their programs. In addition to donations, they also welcome volunteers who can help at their Thrift Store, which is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Needed Donations for Heart-N-Hand Ministries:
Canned meals like chili, ravioli, Spaghetti-O’s, stew (pop-top preferred)
Pancake mix, eggs, and pork & beans
Crackers, refried beans, ready-to-eat soup
Spaghetti sauce, white rice, boxed mashed potatoes
Baking goods: Flour, sugar, cooking oil
Peanut butter, grape jelly, canned chicken, ham, or pork
Canned fruit, condiments, powdered milk
Fresh produce, meat (ground beef, ground turkey)
Lunch meats, cheese, juice, dressing
Baby wipes, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels
Household cleaning products, shampoo, and conditioner
Tampons and pads, Kleenex
How You Can Help: Donations for Heart-N-Hand Ministries can be left in the Narthex at the Church. If you’re interested in volunteering directly with Heart-N-Hand you can learn more by visiting their website.
