Get Together Needs List
September 2014
Clothing
Aldine FHC
 120 Field Trip T-Shirts (shirts and printing, various sizes) for 2014-2015 after school
program and teen enrichment academy. Need Immediately (New)
Generation One
 Uniforms for practice and uniforms for games (jersey’s, shorts) for Elementary Age
Children
Mission of Yahweh
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50 New Born infant clothing (25 girls and 25 boys)
Children’s socks and underwear all sizes (100 sets)
Computers and Electronics
Gracewood
 Laptop computer for a full-time student at University of Houston, studying elementary
education. Computer is needed for homework assignments, class projects, research and
accessing school’s online account.
Mission Centers of Houston
 3 new laptops (Windows 7 or 8) for use at the Food Pantry ministry at the Gano Center.
 New or gently used wireless printer for the Joy Center.
 New document scanner (sheet-fed for documents, not flat-bed for photos) for our Admin
office.
Project LIFT
 15 hand held calculators to be used by veterans attending financial literacy classes.
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Workfaith Connection
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Fluid head Tripod
Laptop Lifthttp://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=A040
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Anti-Glare filter for 23” screen
Bibles
Cornerstone Family Ministries
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200 NIV bibles: These bibles will be used at Cornerstone programs for the students. If a
student does not have a bible and would like to have one then the bible will be given to
them to keep. New or used are ok.
Commercial Grade/Capital Improvement
Aldine FHC
 Commercial Ice Machine - For after school program. Ours broke recently and the price to
repair or purchase a new one is $1,750.00- 4,000- Need Immediately (New or slightly
used pictured below)
 Commercial Grade Cookware to prepare dinner for our Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. We
plan to server approx. 250 senior citizens and their families! (16Qt & 24Qt Stock Pots,
12in., 14in. & 16in. Fray Pans, multiple sizes of Sauce Pans, Stainless Steel Mixing
Bowls and ¼ size Aluminum Sheet Pans) Need by Sept. 30th (New or slightly used)
Generation One
 2 automatic gate openers – Gen 1 has 2 gates that we currently have to open by hand
daily. These would greatly increase traffic flow in the morning. One gate is currently very
hard to push open and creates a traffic jam in the morning for parents dropping off kids at
school. Both gates are approx. 30’ in length - chain link fences that roll back and forth.
A 2nd Cup
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Commercial Kitchen Equipment or Restaurant Supply Store Contact - any of these can
be used so long as they are in good working condition.
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3 Door Stock Refrigerator
2 Door Stock Freezer
3 Door Under Counter Refrigerator
Commercial Grade 3 Compartment Sink
Stainless Steel Prep Tables
Commercial Grade Dish Washer
Ice Machine
2 Blend-Tec or Vitamix Blender
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WorkFaith Connection
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Manual Defrost Chest Freezer, you will never have to worry if you have enough room to
store frozen food. This reliable Defrost Chest Freezer features an adjustable temperature
control, 1 lift-out and sliding bulk storage basket, and a defrost water drain. With the
useful power "On" light, this is the perfect defroster for any household.
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5.0 cu. ft. Capacity
Manual Defrost
Adjustable Temperature Control
1 lift-out and sliding bulk storage basket
Defrost Water Drain
Power "On" Light
Recessed Door
Household Items
Agape Development
 1 set of pots and pans for girls Gateway House
Casa El Buen Samaritano
 Refrigerator – college size for our lab
Gracewood
 Washer & Dryer for client who is leaving Gracewood and moving into an apartment at the
end of September. May be used in good condition.
Mission Centers of Houston
 12-24 T8 fluorescent light bulbs for our Admin Building.
 3 new upright vacuums (industrial preferred), 1 for each of our centers.
 One 6-foot and one 8-foot plastic white table for ministry use at the Gano Center.
The Source for Women
 The Source is blessed by donations from Crave Cupcakes and we would like to display
them for our clients as well as keep them fresh in airtight containers. We are thinking
something like this: Acrylic Food Display Case w/ Plastic Trays, Black Frame. Retails at
250.00 and The Source would need one per center for a total of (3)
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Outdoor/Yard
Agape Development
 Commercial grade 2-blade Lawn Mower
 Power wash – new or used professional grade.
Mission Centers of Houston
 New lawnmower needed at the Fletcher Center for yard work at the center and at our
neighbor's homes.
Medical Supplies/Equipment
The Nehemiah Center
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Defibrillator- Our licensing agency recommends we have one on site for
emergencies. An example would be: Defibtech Lifeline Defibrillator AED With Standard
5-year Battery or Defibtech Lifeline View Model # DCF-A2310
Generation One
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Medical foam mattress for a bed ridden resident. The springs are wearing through her
old mattress.
BED INFO:Invacare 5490IVC/5890IVC/5770IVC5491IVC
5891 IVC Foot Spring and 5301 Universal Bed End
Model No. 5000IVC
Serial No. 13IF063038
These are two good options for mattresses:
Invacare® Bariatric Foam Mattress
Product ID: BARMATTEXP
HCPCS Code: E0272**
HMESA CODE: 10-10-04-01
Invacare® Bariatric Foam Mattress
Product ID: BARMATT48
HCPCS Code: E0272**
HMESA CODE: 10-10-04-01
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Office/School Supplies/Art Supplies
Aldine FHC
 40 Large Face Painting Kits- for our community Literacy Carnival on Saturday, October
11, 2012 Need by Sept. 30th (New)
The Nehemiah Center
 40 White Tri-Fold Project Boards for Science Fair (size 36 x 48)
 Printer Paper, 8.5” x 11” (12 cases)
 40 USB Flash Drives (8 gig) Flash Drives (at least 8 Gig) for Middle School Students
used to complete homework assignments. 8 or 16GB USB 2.0 connectivity; backwards
compatible with USB 1.0
Mission Centers of Houston
 5 rolls of plastic tablecloth covers for Senior Adult ministry and after school programs at
Joy Center.
Office Furniture/Equipment
Agape Development
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2 vertical storage cabinets would like teacher grade that you would see in a class room,
but will take metal. Two door. Not specific on width. 6-8 ft tall. Black preferred but not
mandatory. I've attached an example.
Aldine FHC
 Multiple Display Mannequins for our resale shop, the mannequins will help showcase
different product throughout the shop- Need ASAP (New or slightly used)
Casa El Buen Samaritano
 Furniture for clinic remodel:
o Chairs (any kind and color as long as all are the same color. Neutral colors like black,
white and grey would be ideal).
o End tables (any kind and color. Would be nice if matched the chairs or if they are
neutral, black, white or grey)
o Art work/decorations for hanging on walls: would prefer something soothing, calm,
maybe something inspirational that invokes images of healing. Black and white scene
scapes would be nice as well
 Storage cabinet - Would need 1 large storage cabinet with shelves approximately 48 X
71 X 20 – any color. This will be used to store a new router and other IT equipment as
well as miscellaneous items
 Safe - We need a combination safe any color 34 x 41 x 49 (approximately) to store Ipads
we are purchasing for the electronic records upgrade
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 Rolling Carts - We need 6 rolling carts similar to the one shown as we transition into a
new flex clinic model. The cart pictured was found at Bed Bath and Beyond ($50) and
measures: 13 x 15.35 x 25.59 (picture below)
Mission Centers of Houston:
 Love-seat for the youth space at the Fletcher Center (gently used)
Paper/Cleaning Supplies
Agape Development
 300 disposable plates, napkins, cups - need monthly but will take whatever we can get
Toys/Games/Sports Equipment
The Nehemiah Center
 10 Basketballs (for basketball tournament) for K through High School use
 12 Lacrosse sticks - Youth sizes
 Playground balls of all sizes new or slightly used
Generation One
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Wall Pads to hang in elementary to hang in gym (new or used)
Scoreboard for elementary school gym (new or used)
Balls (basketballs, footballs, baseballs, soccer balls, volleyballs)
Ball Basket
Cones
Portable Volleyball Net
Mission Centers of Houston
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Baby Swing-new or gently used for the nursery at Fletcher Center.
New or very gently used baby dolls for the nursery at Fletcher Center.
2 new or gently used CD players for the nursery and toddler rooms at Fletcher Center.
2 new or gently used soccer goals for indoor play in the gym at Fletcher Center
(approximately 55" x 45" x 30").
Toiletry/Personal Items
Mission of Yahweh
 100 packs Disposable Diapers sizes 3, 4, 5, 6, and pull-ups
 100 Deodorant – Cheapest kind
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Tickets/Gift Cards
Mission Centers of Houston
 Hobby Lobby gift cards to purchase craft items for Children's and Senior Adult ministry at
Joy Center. The total amount needed for all supplies is $300.
Vehicles
Gracewood
 Golf cart (new or used in good condition) needed to transport elderly visitors touring our
campus and to transport donated items to our food pantry, clothing boutique or
warehouse.
A 2nd Cup
 Small Box Van for storage and transportation for catering equipment
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Professional Expertise
Agape Development
 Electrician to install 4 electrical outlets to the exterior of building.
 Carpenter to install kitchen cabinet on a wall that does not have studs so it will need to be
reinforced before hanging.
 Backhoe to dig up 50’x10’ area that has a lot of glass, then replace with sand/clean dirt
Casa El Buen Samaritano
 Construction – all: we will begin a major remodel project within the next month to 6
weeks and could use help in any and all of the following: Painting, building, design,
moving (moving furniture in and out) and landscaping
 Fundraising/ Development strategy: Casa wants to build a strategic development plan
with easy to execute development strategies. We would like someone who has expertise
in this area to meet with our development committee and help us develop a 5-year plan
to grow and diversify our fundraising efforts.
Cornerstone
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Tree Removal: Cornerstone has been working with a senior citizen in the Spring Branch
area and she has two 50+ foot dead pine trees in her yard that need to be removed. She
lives on Social Security and does not have funds to have them removed. The trees are a
hazard to her house and limbs have already started coming down. See attached picture
in the email.
Generation One
 Generation One just received its 501(c)(3) for a Community Development Corporation
(CDC). We are looking for someone to talk to about the beginning stages of setting up
affordable housing for the residents of the 3rd Ward of Houston. We would like to start
with the parents of the students currently enrolled in our Academy. Any professional
expertise in this area would be greatly appreciated.
Gracewood
 Need 4-6 people to give their marketing expertise to help Gracewood create an effective
marketing plan for their brand new counseling program. The group would meet once a
month in October and November. Strategy meetings would last 1one hour. The group
would meet at a central location that best accommodates the group’s schedule. Most
preferred days are Thursday or Friday.
Mission Centers of Houston
 Lawn service for all 4 properties either at a reduced price or donated.
 A lift operator and lift are needed at the Fletcher Center to change numerous light bulbs
in the gym.
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The Mission of Yahweh
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Music Instructor for children ages 4 to 13; provide piano lessons and/or develop a
children’s choir. Availability would require late afternoon on Thursday and/ or on
Saturdays and would be for 2 to 4 hours per week.
Project LIFT
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Insurance company referral for our directors and officers.
Graphic Artist to design our Golf Tournament Flyer.
A 2nd Cup
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We have large windows on our new building that we would like to have tinted to reduce
the amount of heat coming through.
MEP Engineer - we are beginning to work with an architect to build out our commercial
kitchen and need a Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing engineer drawings.
Video Editor - we would like to create a promotional video about our work and need
someone with video expertise to help.
The Source for Women
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The Source needs a part time Graphic Designer that is affordable, talented and fast. We
would like to be able to produce volunteer fliers or mailers at a reasonable price with a
talented artist that is flexible and affordable. Does not have to be a Source staff member
and would prefer someone that we can call on as needed.
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The Source Spring Branch is looking for a bilingual Office Administrator who has the gift
of extreme organization and detail, is Spirit filled and has a heart for God's daughters that
come to The Source in their time of need. The office administrator must have a consistent
countenance, and must always be aware that they will be the first impression to our
clients. Ideally this person is also able to pray as a Spiritual Mentor as needed. Keyboard
Typing and Computer Ease are a must.
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Volunteer Needs
Aldine FHC
 Male Mentors (Age 25 -35) for Teen Boys (ages 14-18): 2 adult male mentors needed to
help encourage teen boys in our Teen Enrichment Academy Program. Mentor should
have good communication skills and patience. Mentor must be able to keep the teens
engaged with activities (sports, games & meetings). Need 1 mentor on Monday &
Wednesday and 1 mentor on Tuesday & Thursdays. Asking mentors to consistently
volunteer 2 hour shifts, twice a week (4:30pm- 6:30pm). Mentors will need to complete
our Volunteer Registration Form online at: buckner.org and contact our office to schedule
an appointment (281)449-4828.
 4 Resale Shop Volunteers (Female or Male Age 25 & Up) must be able to lift 25 pounds,
climb, bend, pull and sit or stand for long periods of time
 Volunteers are needed shop to help sort, hang, organize and stock clothing and
household items. We are asking volunteers to consistently volunteer 2-4 hours per week
between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00pm, Mon-Fri. Volunteers will need to complete our
Volunteer Registration Form online at: buckner.org and contact Mary Chong (resale shop
manager) to schedule an appointment (281)449-4835 or our main office (281)449-4828.
Agape Development
 Teen Mentors - Boys and Girls - Middle School and High School - We are looking for
mentors who can commit to one year of mentoring a teen who participates in our
program. Mentors would start by going to the small group meetings or the weekly large
teen meetings. Once they feel they have a connection with a teen, they would come to a
mentor training (held once a month) and begin their mentorship with the student, which
would be a commitment of spending at least 1 hour a week outside of program time with
their mentee or 2 hours every other week in addition to attending a weekly program. Total
commitment is two hours a week.
Casa El Buen Samaritano
 Administrative help: Casa needs at least three individuals, 18 years or older, to help us
on our clinic nights by checking patients in and out. Spanish is a plus but not essential.
The clinic is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. We would like
each individual volunteer to commit to one night (either a Tuesday or a Thursday) per
month for 6 to 12 months.
 Volunteer coordinator: Casa has more than 120 volunteers. We would like an individual
or individuals to assist us in coordinating our volunteer schedules (we have an online
system called When To Help) and our volunteer communication.
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Gracewood
 Speech pathologist to work with 4-year old boy who has a dominant lisp. Child is a preschool student at Tiger Trail Elementary School in Spring Branch.
 Three children in one family (ages: 15, 10, 8) have a keyboard and would like someone
to give them piano lessons. Lessons could be arranged after 3:30 p.m. on weekdays or
anytime on weekends.
The Nehemiah Center
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Bus Driver (with CDL License) to drive Middle School Students on Field trips, Fridays,
between 2:00-4:00pm.
 Music Teacher for the Nehemiah Middle School. Teaching music one hour, preferably
one day per week.
 Tutors-one day a week (or more) tutoring an elementary or Middle School student,
focusing on improving math or reading skills. (We promise that you as a volunteer can
easily handle multiplication tables, flash cards, and reading with the student.)
Generation One
 Project Team Leaders. Ongoing need. These individuals would use their leadership skills
to lead a short term team in their designated work projects. Work projects range from
painting a house to clearing a vacant lot. No specific skills are required, while it is
beneficial to have a basic in knowledge in painting and using lawn equipment. Most work
projects take place on Saturdays. (4 – 6 Team Leaders are needed)
 Mentors and Tutors are needed for the children in the Academy. Gen 1 is trying to match
up every child with a good positive role model.
Mission Centers of Houston
 One volunteer needed to power wash the exterior of our Admin building. We have a
power-washer and the work can be done at the volunteer's convenience.
 1-2 volunteers needed to unload food deliveries for the Food Pantry at Gano on
Monday's from 2-3pm.
 1-2 adults needed to work in the Food Pantry at Gano on Wednesday mornings from
9am-noon.
The Mission of Yahweh
 Volunteers to help in our newly remodeled Thrift Store 1-2 days a week for 3-4 hours a
day. All positions needed from Cashier, Stock room, Intake Sorters, In-kind donations.
Requirements: some retail experience and customer service orientation.
 Volunteers to help with Child Care for children ages 2-13 Evenings and Weekend Events/
1-2 hours once a week, month or one-time events. Great project for Girl Scouts and
youth groups that are 14 years and older.
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WorkFaith Connection
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Graduation Igniters: Many of our graduates have burned bridges with their loved ones
and, as a result, often do not have anyone in their lives to celebrate their achievements
with them. Graduation Igniters are needed to provide audience support and celebratory
encouragement to commencing graduates. These volunteers will not only attend the
Graduation but also assist with set up and tear down before and after the event. The
opportunities are 2:30pm to 4:00pm on Friday afternoons.
September 26 (Dacoma)
October 3 (Travis)
October 10 (Dacoma)
October 17 (Travis)
October 24 (Dacoma)
October 31 (Travis)
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Mock Interviewers: One of the most important things we teach in our
workshop is how to answer difficult interview questions. Mock Interviewers
help reinforce these skills by conducting practice interviews with students of
our program. By asking interview questions and providing feedback at the
end of each interview, these interviewers help instill hope, confidence, and
trust. The opportunities are 12:30pm to 4:00pm on Thursday afternoons.
September 25 (Dacoma)
October 2 (Travis)
October 9 (Dacoma)
October 16 (Travis)
October 23 (Dacoma)
October 30 (Travis)
Answered Prayer
A 2nd Cup
 We found a location for our full-time shop!
Aldine
 God has truly blessed our community and the clients we serve. He continues to bestow
blessing over our staff, families and organization!
Casa El Buen Samaritano
 We are grateful that God has answered our prayers by bringing new volunteers to Casa.
This is such a blessing as we could not operate without our volunteers.
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