Flood Relief: Money Distribution

To date, Westminster members have generously contributed approximately $75, 000 to the Flood Disaster Fund. We are actively working on distributing these funds directly to members severely affected by the flood. The need is still extremely great among our members and others within the concern of the church.

Please note that all contributions of money will go directly those who have been impacted by flood damage. If you are a Westminster member in need or know of a member in need, please contact Rev. Carson Salyer at csalyer@nashvillewpc.org.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) host site information.

Westminster:
•   WPC is not scheduling flood work days for the next week or so.  If you are interested in organizing a work team, contact us at wpcfloodrelief@gmail.com.  We will help you connect with those who still need help.  Also, please look for announcements and information about Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and how you can volunteer over the coming weeks.

Hands on Nashville:
•   Hands on Nashville (HON) is working with 2-1-1, Tennessee’s community services help line. HON and 2-1-1 are creating a data base of families in need of workers to create work requests. These work requests are then being dispersed amongst individuals and non-profit organizations active in disaster response in Davidson County. If you know of someone who is in need of volunteer work crews, please encourage them to call 2-1-1.
•   Check HON’s calendar for daily volunteer opportunities: http://www.hon.org.

Donations
Monetary:
•   As indicated in the bulletin insert, monetary contributions can be made to Westminster with a memo indicating Disaster Relief.
•   The flood relief funds will be placed in the Disaster Relief account.
•   The Westminster Fund Trustees will administer the disaster relief funds. The purpose of the Westminster Fund is as follows:
    o To provide grants, loans and assistance to persons in need in the Westminster congregation and within the concern of Westminster.
    o To implement the general commitment of Westminster to Christian charity within the framework of Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly causes.
    o To implement special causes presented to the Fund Trustees and approved by the Session.

Food:
•   Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee:
    o Food donations are needed to supplement the Emergency Food Box and Community Food Partner. Most needed items include peanut butter, cereal, crackers, canned meat, vegetables, fruit and soup. Donations can be dropped off at Kroger stores throughout Middle and West Tennessee.
    o For more information, visit the following website: www.secondharvestmidtn.org. 

Clothing:
•   Community Resource Center:
    o The CRC is accepting donations of necessities and new clothing for flood victims. The donation drop off center is located at 911 Division St., Nashville, TN 37203.
    o Donations can be made Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Used clothing and bedding is not accepted. 
    o Please visit the following website for more information: http://www.crcnashville.org/floodrelief.aspx.

•       The Nearly New Store at Blakemore United Methodist Church
            o The NNS is located in the Fellowship Hall just inside the Bowling Avenue entrance to the church. It is open every week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm.
            o Donations of clothing are accepted any time the church is open. Donated items must be clean and pressed.
            o The NNS offers reasonably priced, gently used clothing for men, women, and children. Shoes, hats, and accessories are also available. 
            o Visit the website for more information: www.blakemoreumc.org.

Current news and resources are uploaded frequently to the site. This flyer is also available in the Parlor and Narthex in printed form. Members who do not have computer access are asked contact the church office at 292-5526 for further information.