Giving Tree
It began as an Angel Tree one December, collecting items for a community group. But we realized that this group, and others like it, had needs all year long, not just at Christmas. And so was born our Giving Tree.
Several times a year, we select a group to support. Previous trees have sponsored homeless families, parenting, early education, troops in Afghanistan and animal shelters, to name a few. Tags listing the needs are hung on a tree in the Narthex. Keep a lookout on the Sunday bulletin and website for Giving Tree announcements.
Our next Giving Tree is in August and will benefit Family Promise. Stay tuned for details in July.
The April/May 2025 Giving Tree benefited Streets of Paradise. This 501(c)3 non-profit organization is committed to helping the homeless population in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Our parishioners gave generously, everything from linens to personal hygiene items, from cleaning supplies to non-perishable food items.
Streets of Paradise helps the homeless population of Sarasota and Manatee Counties by providing food, showers, and laundry. They furnish homes for people in need including women, children, the elderly, those aging out of foster care, and disaster victims. Furnishing homes significantly increases the likelihood of individuals staying housed and adjusting to changed conditions.
Beyond participating in our church's donations, you may call this group if you have larger household items you would like to donate to their worthy cause and they will pick them up and take them to their facility near SRQ.
Learn more at www.streetsofparadise.org
