Posted: 6/06/03
Shoes for Orphan Souls needs a foot in the door
Shoes for Orphan Souls, the humanitarian aid campaign sponsored by Buckner Orphan Care International, anticipates collecting more than 200,000 pairs of shoes in August for delivery to orphans around the world. As donations continue to pour in, there is a pressing need for warehouse space to help this ministry function efficiently.
Orphanages typically do not receive enough money or resources to support the children in their care. Shoes for Orphan Souls gives children the chance to carry out everyday activities that most people take for granted.
“Orphan children have many needs, but among their greatest necessities are shoes and socks, which are often overlooked items,” said Tiffany Taylor, director of Shoes for Orphan Souls.
“Right now, we don't even have enough space to accept more donations. From July to December, it is critical to our ministry that we have the proper space to organize shoes for shipping overseas.”
Taylor noted some necessary guidelines for the warehouse, including: about 20,000 square feet of space, dock access for off-loading pallets, air-conditioning, a secure location, easy access and parking. A preferred location would be near Buckner Children's Home in East Dallas or Valley View Mall in North Dallas
Contact Taylor at [email protected], or at (214) 758-8055. For more information on Shoes for Orphan Souls, look online at www.shoesfororphansouls.org.
—Jenny Hartgraves/Buckner News Service
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