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The Giving Griddle

Guiding Principles:

 "They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people.” — Acts 2:46–47

“Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” — 1 John 3:18

Wooden Utensils On Napkin

Next Meal Date: Saturday, Feb. 28. 10am-Noon

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Join us a for brunch, music & fun.
First Presbyterian Church – Cookeville Parking Lot – Corner of Dixie and Broad​​​

Our mission is to nourish both body and spirit by providing wholesome meals to those facing food insecurity while fostering genuine connection and belonging. We believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. Through shared tables, listening hearts, and joyful fellowship, we strive to build a community where no one feels invisible and everyone has a place.

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Inclement Weather Shelter

Blessing Box

Items needed:

  • 1-4 Person Tents

  • Women's sports bras, all sizes, used or new

  • Tub of hot chocolate mix

  • twin bed mattress covers

  • pillows: used are fine!

  • pillow cases

  • Mr. Clean spray bottles 

 

Drop off any non-food items at the shelter on Fridays 9 am - 1 pm
or at our church anytime, and we will take them there on Fridays.
Be sure to label the bag "For the Shelter."  Thank you!

 

You may also donate funds to the much needed outdoor bathroom expansion, to the address below.

 

United Church of Christ

502 Gould Ave., Cookeville, TN 38506

 

They really appreciate our help!

Volunteers Needed:

1. Warming Shelter: 4 pm to 8 pm. You can stay 2 or 3 hours if you prefer or overnight. They also need breakfast casseroles, fresh or frozen, and donations for more bunk beds.

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2. Recovery Kitchen: Meal delivery drivers are needed on a Saturday or Sunday to deliver, especially to the unhoused in motels. Donors and donations are also needed for 140 meals for fourth Sundays and fifth Sundays.

 

Sign up at church or contact Diane Glasgow 931-260-9350 or dianeglasgow1@gmail.com

Questions about the Warming Shelter? See John Nisbet, Erica Scott, Dee Tompkins, Sam or Diane Glasgow. Logistics questions for Recovery Kitchen? See Diane Glasgow or John Nisbet.

Items Needed:​

  • Protein drinks

  • Peanut butter crackers

  • Tuna in foil pouches

  • Small cans of fruits and veggies with pull tops

  • Small raisin boxes

  • Individual cereal boxes

  • Bottled water, juice or juice boxes

  • Individually packaged hygiene products

  • Pull tab cans of soup or chili

  • Small cereal boxes

  • Granola bars

  • Ramen

  • Baby wipes

  • Deodorant

  • Comb/brush

  • Razors

  • Non-perishable food

  • Men's XL through 4 XL warm clothing: long-sleeved T-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, coats, boxer briefs ​

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