Through Church Women
United, our UMW (United Methodist Women) has been participating in
the Prison Ministry Program. They have sent out an appeal for
consumable supplies used in this ministry. UMW will coordinate the
collection of the supplies below and deliver them to the facilities
that need them. Please look for the box labeled “Prison Ministry”
and place your donations inside.
Supplies Needed:
Fabric
-
sturdy fabrics that will be used to make tote bags
Yarn
- full skeins to be used to make caps for cancer patients
Baby
Yarn - full skeins to
be used for making baby blankets
Deodorant / Soap / Shampoo
Hand and Body Lotions
Toothpaste / Toothbrushes
Afro-Style Combs
Used and/or New Clothing
When women are released from prison, they are
allowed to select items from “the closet” to wear home and on
job interviews.
Shoes
— casual or
sport
Tote Bags
— to carry their few personal belongings when they leave prison
Clothing
— suitable for
travel on the bus (sweat suits, jeans, etc.) and for job
interviews (pant suits, business dresses or suits, etc.).
Larger sizes are especially needed.
