Philanthropy

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NewCity has faithfully served the Falls Church Homeless Shelter for over a decade now, and we look forward to continuing our support for the shelter as they prepare to open for the upcoming winter season. The shelter will open on November 15. As we have done in previous years, our Family Groups will take turns to help provide Saturday dinners for the shelter. This will be coordinated with Family Group leaders in the coming weeks. In addition, there are several other volunteer opportunities for individuals and families such as:

1. Shelter Cleaning (tentatively scheduled for 11/2): Our Student Ministry will help clean and prepare the shelter for the 11/15 opening. Event will be coordinated through the Student Ministry.
2. Volunteer Staff Training: Be trained to provide coverage during the evening shifts at the shelter. Training is brief but mandatory. Training dates: 10/13, 11/2, 11/17,12/7, 1/19, 2/8. 
3. Bag Lunch/Supply/Grocery Provider: Sign up to provide/shop for a week's worth of grocery or supplies, and/or to provide 12 bagged lunches for shelter residents.  
4. Board of Directors: Shelter is seeking new board members for the upcoming term. Contact Teresa Hsu if you are interested in learning more.