by Deacon Paul Augustin on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 9:52am
 
My Facebook friends,

As most of you know, my ministry of charity through the Archdiocese is at Cafe Reconcile in New Orleans. You can read about our mission at http://reconcileneworleans.org/about/mission
 .  Even though we are providing a hand up for these young people, most of them are desperately poor. Many of them are homeless or right next to homeless and lack the basic essentials for daily living.

I am seeking donations on a regular basis.  Every 9 weeks we get a new class that has a new set of needs. Below is a list of some of the things that we need in general.   I am only seeking donations of things that are either in new or good condition. The students do not generally have the resources or the ability to fix things.

I will be glad to come pick up the items if within driving distance of New Orleans.  If you can donate gift cards, please send me a message and I will give you my home mailing address.

Thank you and God Bless you for considering helping these young people who are trying to make new lives for themselves.

General
Rugs (bathroom, bedroom, kitchen)
Mops, brooms, dustpans/ cleaning supplies
Couch
Floor/ table lamps
Trash cans

Kitchen
Toaster/ toaster ovens
Microwave
Pots/pans
Plates/cups/utensils
Dishtowels
Refrigerator
Bedroom
bed/mattress
pillows
sheets

Bathroom
towels

Misc.
Laundry soap/ dish soap
Razors
Body soap/ shampoo
Sanitary napkins
Business appropriate clothing (pants, collared shirts, ties, nylons, shoes)
Bicycles
Umbrellas

Wal-Mart / VISA  Gift Cards