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The Giving Griddle

Sharing delicious food and hope with those in the community in need.

Kat Starr music kept folks' toes tapping.

On Saturday, August 16th, the Giving Griddle served up homemade buttermilk pancakes, omelets, breakfast tacos, and lots of fruit and pastries. While there’s a lot to say about the Griddle, I believe the best takeaway can be summed up from one guest’s comment, “I just needed this today.” 

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Join us for our next next Giving Griddle on Sep. 2nd, for Grab 'N Go Pulled Pork and Fixings!

Then make plans to join us again Sept 20th from 10-12. Sign-ups coming soon. 

Cooling Shelter

Blessing Box

Items needed:

  • 1-4 Person Tents

  • Bug Spray

  • Women's Razors

  • Popsicles

  • Bleach

  • Powdered Gatorade

 

You can now drop off food at the Shelter at the United Church of Cookeville anytime!

 

They have an outdoor refrigerator.
You can ask the folks sitting under the canopy to help you carry food. 

 

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!

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

  • Bug spray

  • Razors

  • Non-perishable food 

Giving Griddle Mission Statement

 

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.

 

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

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