BEAUTIFY: NOOKSACK SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
Over the summer, Mosaic is collecting supplies so that more families in our county can start the new school year well.
Our Beautify Team connected us with 3 key organizations:
(1) The Nooksack Valley School District Family Resource Center
(2) The Nooksack Middle School.
(3) The Everson Food Bank
Our Beautify Team connected us with 3 key organizations:
(1) The Nooksack Valley School District Family Resource Center
(2) The Nooksack Middle School.
(3) The Everson Food Bank
Use these lists to bring supplies to our Sunday gatherings all summer long:
*You can also make financial donations by selecting "Beautify Supply Drive" on our giving page here.
(1) Nooksack Valley School District Family Resource Center Supply List
The Nooksack Family Resource Center serves students and families in the Nooksack Valley School District - where almost two-thirds of families qualify as low-income. Like many people in Whatcom County, these families are affected by the high costs of food and housing, and these resources are one way to help bridge those gaps. We serve families who need resources for personal hygiene, cleaning and laundry supplies, diapers and formula, and resources for warmth in the winter.
Due to last year's flooding, there continues to be limited housing in our district, and some families are still living in hotels. Your donations of these resources allow our staff to quickly provide essential items when we find about the needs in our students' homes.
(1) Nooksack Valley School District Family Resource Center Supply List
The Nooksack Family Resource Center serves students and families in the Nooksack Valley School District - where almost two-thirds of families qualify as low-income. Like many people in Whatcom County, these families are affected by the high costs of food and housing, and these resources are one way to help bridge those gaps. We serve families who need resources for personal hygiene, cleaning and laundry supplies, diapers and formula, and resources for warmth in the winter.
Due to last year's flooding, there continues to be limited housing in our district, and some families are still living in hotels. Your donations of these resources allow our staff to quickly provide essential items when we find about the needs in our students' homes.
- Blankets and bedding
- Towels and washcloths
- Pillows
- Diapers (all sizes) and baby wipes
- Baby formula
- Personal hygiene products (e.g., toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner)
- Feminine hygiene products
- Laundry detergent and fabric softener
- Dish soap and sponges
- Paper towels and toilet paper
- Cleaning supplies (e.g., all-purpose cleaner, disinfectant wipes)
- First aid supplies (e.g., band-aids, antiseptic ointment, thermometer)
- Small appliances (e.g., electric skillets/crockpots for families living in hotels)
- Flashlights and batteries
- Phone chargers and extension cords
- Multi-purpose tools (e.g., screwdriver, hammer)
- Gift cards for FredMeyer, Safeway, Target, etc.
(2) Middle School Supply List
- Athletic shorts/sweatpants
- Athletic socks
- Athletic tank tops/t-shirts
- Knee Pads for volleyball
- Shin Guards for soccer
- Gift cards to Big5, Target, etc. for sports equipment
- Non-perishable food items
WHY WE BEAUTIFY
The first thing we learn about the Jewish understanding of God, is that God is creative. Not just "slap a bunch of paint against a wall" creative, but "bringing order out of chaos and 'very good'" creative.
Why do you suppose the writers of Genesis wanted us to know that? At Mosaic, we think it is because it shows mankind that our creativity and desire for beauty come from the fact that we are created in Gods image. It also shows us something beautiful about God.
This is why we seek to bring beauty in our world. It can be picking up trash, cleaning up a run down lot, serving an organization that helps people, caring for our environment or just offering a hand to someone in need.
Why do you suppose the writers of Genesis wanted us to know that? At Mosaic, we think it is because it shows mankind that our creativity and desire for beauty come from the fact that we are created in Gods image. It also shows us something beautiful about God.
This is why we seek to bring beauty in our world. It can be picking up trash, cleaning up a run down lot, serving an organization that helps people, caring for our environment or just offering a hand to someone in need.