it costs money to give away needed items.....
There is a song that the Kingston Trio made popular many years ago called, "Desert Pete". It's a story about someone dying of thirst as he crosses the desert until he comes upon an old water pump. Next to the tap is a jar with a small amount of water in it and a note attached that says...
"You've got to prime the pump. You must have faith and believe. You've got to give of yourself 'fore you're worthy to receive. Now there's just enough to prime with, so don't you go drinkin' first. Just pour it in and pump like mad and, buddy, you'll quench your thirst. Drink all the water you can hold. Wash your face, cool your feet. Then leave the bottle full for others. Thank you kindly, Desert Pete."
For Charitable Union to continue to serve others as it has since 1887, it needs to ask you to help 'prime the pump' with your financial support.
Did you know, for example, that it costs Charitable Union about one dollar to process and distribute each donated item it receives? Since we get about a half million items a year, you can quickly see why it is so important for Charitable Union to seek financial donations.
The reasons that donors make charitable bequests are as varied as the donors themselves. Perhaps the one common denominator, however, is a desire to give back to the community. One donor put it this way, “The values you espouse are values I want to see perpetuated in our society. I like your objectives, and I applaud the fact that you do not waste money in achieving them. I want to continue to support your mission.”
Whether your talent is in sewing, quilting, working with people or something else there are many ways to be a part of Charitable Union. Some examples of the various opportunities to care are:
- Greeting donors and receiving their donations
- Sorting and measuring clothing
- Straightening shelves and stock client store throughout the day
- Working at receptionist desk
- Working in the gift shop
- Maintaining the facilities
- Helping with clerical tasks
If you wish to volunteer at Charitable Union, please fill out one of the attached volunteer application forms below. After you complete the application form, fax it to the Charitable Union at 269-966-2535, or bring it with you on your first visit.
| Attachment | Size |
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| Volunteer Application - Adult 18+ years | 44.5 KB |
| Volunteer Application - Youth 18- years | 44.5 KB |
If you are a Youth below 18 years of age and would like to volunteer, you may download and complete an application Click here
If you are an Adult 18 years of age or older, you may download an application Click here
After you complete the application form, fax it to the Charitable Union at 269-966-2535, or bring it with you on your first visit.
These four volunteers were honored at this year's Volunteer Recognition Gathering in January:
Lola Cosgrove was honored as the Mary McQuiston Lifetime Volunteer Award reciptient for a lifetime of supporting our mission
Jan Bishop received the Pat Root Award for the passionate pursuit of clothes for kids.
Shirley Flanery received the Margaret Crase Award for the creative talents given in support of our mission
Sylvia Pratley received the Dorothy Gorham Award for providing homemade items for children and their families
Financial support is always welcome. Have questions or special needs regarding donations?
| For more information contact: | |||
| Dick Fink | Executive Director | 269.964.7234 x111 | |
| Patti Staib | Associate Director/Fund Development | 269.964.7234 x104 | |
| Jayne Kempf | Volunteer Services Coordinator | 269.964.7234 x103 | |
| Laura Daugherty | Operations Supervisor | 269.964.7234 x106 | |
Contact
Phone: 269-964-7234
Fax: 269-966-2535
patti@charitableunion.org
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