Mission Outpost

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	What do we do? Mission Outpost is an outreach ministry of Prince of Peace. It exists as a place to create servant hearts in those that volunteer and to provide services that address the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the community. It is a safe place for people of all ages, races and religious affiliations. We provide food, clothing, linens, and furniture to those who come to Mission Outpost. Who do we serve? Many of those we serve are referred by public health nurses or other professionals. Others come referred by family and friends or other churches. Some are members of our congregation; most are not and many do not have a church affiliation. Many are recent immigrants working minimum wage jobs and doing their best to support their families in our country. Where are we located? Mission Outpost is located in the lower level of the Christian Life Center at Prince of Peace, directly opposite Fairview Ridges Hospital. How do we receive donations? Donation bins are located by all outside doors of both the Worship Center and the Christian Life Center. We accept non-perishable food, clean clothing and linens in the donation bins. GARAGE SALE LEFTOVERS: Please do not drop off the leftovers from your personal garage sale unless they are the items listed below. If they are in the categories listed below, we would love to have them! A great place to drop off garage sale leftovers is Goodwill at 7320 153rd St., Apple Valley. Their phone number is 952-953-4410. If your items are in good condition, please consider saving them for the Mega Sale which will begin accepting donations on July 22.


Items needed now!
Food
	Any non-perishable items!
	For a list of our current needs, please call 952-898-9301 or e-mail us.
Furniture
	We have a long waiting list for kitchen tables and chairs! We can also use dressers and twin beds at this time. Please call 952-898-9310 or e-mail us if you have furniture to donate.
Clothing
	Summer clothing is being accepted now!
	Children's clothing and jeans in all sizes!
	Any and all summer clothing in good condition
Household & Linens
	Glasses
	Dishes, Silverware
	Bakeware, Cookware
	Towels, Sheets, Pillowcases

Serving Opportunities
Training is provided for all areas:

Hosting — Guide the families through the Mission Outpost process when they come

Sorting — Sort through our generous donations and organize for distribution

Recovery — Reorganize Mission Outpost after we are open for families

Food Shelf — Stock food shelf with donations and pre-bag groceries to distribute, could also organize a food drive

Baby Supplies — Help clean and organize baby equipment

Furniture — Pick up and deliver furniture donations using your own vehicle or the Mission Outpost truck

Town Runner — Run various errands for Mission Outpost on an as-needed basis

To volunteer, call 952-898-9311.


	Do You Enjoy Talking on the Phone? If so, Mission Outreach would love to have you help us keep up with our phone calls! Time commitment is very flexible! Even as little as 1 hour a week or every other week would help us tremendously. If you are interested in serving in this way, please call KZ at 952-898-9301 or e-mail her. Serving Opportunities for Families & Students Mission Outpost has a variety of serving options for high school and college students. Options also are available for families with children. Please contact Pat at 952-898-9311 to learn more.