Help Us Fill the Tent

Off the Beaten Path invites our church family to help Fill the Tent on Sunday, October 4, from 9:30am–12:00pm.

Donations will support Off the Beaten Path and Street Reach of Johnston County, two ministries serving sheltered and homeless individuals throughout our community.

Shelter and survival items needed:

Two-, four-, or six-person tents

Tarps, 10' × 12' or larger

Sleeping bags and blankets

Backpacks, rope, cord, and string

Camp stoves, propane heaters, cookware, and utensils

16-ounce propane cylinders or 20-pound tanks—even empty tanks

Ponchos, rain gear, and emergency blankets

One- and five-gallon water jugs

Outdoor gear and durable, warm clothing in all sizes

Hoodies, scarves, gloves, socks, winter caps, footwear, waterproof jackets, face gaiters, and coveralls

Can openers and large or small trash bags

Food-bag items needed:

Pop-top canned or pouched meats, Spam, stews, and Beanie Weenies

Single-serving oatmeal, cereal, almonds, peanuts, and dried fruit

Small jars or pouches of peanut butter

Crackers and peanut butter crackers

Fruit snacks, applesauce, trail mix, and granola bars

Juice boxes and bottled water

Plastic utensils, napkins, and small hand sanitizers

Gallon- and sandwich-size zip-top bags

Items may be new, used, or even slightly damaged. Take a look through your attic, garage, or shed—you may already have something that could help a neighbor in need.

For more information, contact Kevin Tatem at 719-425-0619 or kctatem@gmail.com.