Room In The Inn Winter Coat Drive

Men’s Clothing Drive- New and Used Clothing Accepted

Drop off in the Narthex through Sunday, Oct. 12.

Saint Matthew hosts men experiencing homelessness each winter through our Room In The Inn ministry. These men rely on Saint Matthew, not only for a nice filling meal, a refreshing shower, and a safe, warm place to sleep, but also for critical clothing and supplies to keep them warm during the bitter winter months. Saint Matthew hosts men on the second and third Thursday of each month from November through March.

The MOST NEEDED item is heavy, warm, winter coats. These can be new or used. Clean out your closet and bring in what you are no longer using. In previous years, our guests have taken all the winter coats that have been donated, so the need to restock these winter coats is paramount.

Volunteer with Room In The Inn

There are many ways you can volunteer with Room in the Inn. Volunteer opportunities include innkeepers, providing a meal, shower assistants, drivers,…. (MARY DO YOU WANT TO FILL THIS SECTION IN FOR ME?)

Other Needs

There are many other items needed and additional ways to contribute to Room In The Inn. Gift cards, in denominations up to $25, are accepted and will be handed out to guests. Room In The Inn has an Amazon Wish List with clothing items and other supplies which will be shipped directly to Saint Matthew.  Of course, financial contributions are always accepted as well. If you chose to purchase new items, the most needed sizes are XL and XXL, and sizes 36 and up for pants.

Room In The Inn at Saint Matthew distributes:
– WINTER COATS
– Hoodies and Sweat Shirts
– Sweatpants
– Blue Jeans
– Winter Boots and Athletic Shoes
– Thermal and Long Underwear (new only please)
– Hats and Gloves (new only please)
– Socks and Boxer Briefs (new only please)
– Gift Cards- Target, Walmart, Fast Food, Convenient Stores, etc… (Denominations of $25 or less please)
– Other items as found on the Amazon Wish List

Please note, Room In The Inn does not accepting summer, business, or women’s attire. Please consider donating these items to Graceworks. If you have any questions, please reach out to Rhea Forte (615-828-5950) or Mary Peters (615-308-1930).

Donations may be placed in the bin across from the sacristy until October 12.