Operation Gratitude
Contribute toward care packages sent to troops and first responders around the world by writing letters of thanks.  You can learn more about the mission of Operation Gratitude here.  Currently, there is an urgent need for thank you letters written specifically to deployed troops, first responders, and emergency medical personnel on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
For four ways you and your family can be a virtual volunteer: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks-virtual/

Adopt a Nursing Home
The Texas Health Care Association has launched the Adopt A Nursing Home campaign as a way to give Texas communities a chance to step up and support our seniors in this time of need, as well as the staff who are working harder than ever to care for them.

Connecting compassionate volunteers with this community is critically important in keeping spirits up as we settle in for a long period of necessary isolation at these facilities.
https://www.adoptanursinghome.com/

Write notecards to homebound seniors and long-term care residents
The United Way of Tarrant county has launched the “Notecard Project”.  This is a great way to volunteer from your home or office! Enjoy writing notecards to homebound seniors and residents of long-term care facilities that are experiencing social isolation. No need to sign up — simply start writing!

Who can participate: Individuals, families, or groups

Who will benefit: Homebound seniors and residents of long-term care facilities

How to participate:

1. Buy blank notecards or create your own

It’s as easy as folding a piece of paper in half!

1. Write a message or poem, referring to our suggested messaging below

Remember to be kind and gentle with your words

1. Draw a picture if you can’t find the right words

1. Mail or hand-deliver your cards

Choose a location at the following link and let us know how many notecards you plan to write: https://forms.gle/1ye2GNCt7AnS7Ag8A

There is no minimum or maximum number of cards, so send one or send 100!

Sample messages:
“I hope this note brightens your day like it brightened mine!”

“Always know that you are important to the world.”

“Someone is thinking of you and wishing you well.”

“You are and always will be loved and appreciated.”

“I am wishing for you to stay healthy, happy, and safe.”

“This card is made for someone special, who makes our world a brighter place.”

Make Masks for the Presbyterian Night Shelter
We have an urgent need request from Presbyterian Night Shelter. The staff and clients there need face masks. They are requesting 200 masks a day made from blue shop paper towels. These fit well and are disposable. Use the link below to watch a short tutorial video on how to make these masks.

SUPPLIES NEEDED:
1 shop paper towel
1 paperclip
2 3″ rubber bands
tape
stapler

All masks can be dropped off at University Baptist Church, 2720 Wabash Avenue, Fort Worth on the east side of the building at the preschool entrance. Please put masks in a ziplock bag or other sealed bag with the number of masks inside and place in the box provided on the porch..

Tutorial on making masks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7oE65D4jGk&feature=youtu.be

Clean-Up Walk
Spend some time outdoors by taking a walk in your neighborhood or favorite space.  Bring a bag and some gloves and pick up trash as you go. Make sure you dispose of garbage in the proper receptacle and try to recycle when possible!  Remember to follow all CDC health guidelines for social distancing in your area whenever travelling outside.

CPS is looking for donations of formula and diapers.
They are running extremely low. People can drop off either item directly at one of their offices. We a have a list of offices and phone numbers to call.

Donations of formula and diapers can be dropped off during regular business hours of 8AM to 5PM Monday through Friday. It is best to drop off between 9AM – 4PM. Please note due to COVID-19 orders some offices have limited days and hours.

Speak with which ever CPS or CPI representative on desk duty.

Give the name of the recipient below for the office if asked by the person on desk duty; otherwise they will automatically accept the donations and store them for use.

If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact the Faith Based program Specialist, Starla Abraham at 214-796-1267. Please text me after your drop off. I would love to thank you and know that a blessing has gone forth in the area.

Thank you for your partnership in serving those in distress and more vulnerable than ourselves.

DFPS Offices and Recipients’ names

Call Tanya Carasco 512-460-8380
Tanya will be at the office on Mondays and Thursdays. Contact her to set up the day and time for drop off.
5117 WATAUGA RD
WATAUGA, TX 76137

Call Stephani De La Cruz CPI 469-644-1852
Stephanie will be at the office on Mondays and Fridays, contact her for the time and day to make arrangements.
951 W Pipeline Rd
Hurst, TX 76053

Jordan Lucky CPI (Formula)
(940) 452-2516
2175 W SOUTH LOOP
STEPHENVILLE, TX 76401

Nathan Savage CPI (Similac Advanced)
(817) 917-9567
2270 Mall Circle
Fort Worth, TX

Clarice Nichols
(940) 230-3215
535 S LOOP 288 STE 2001
Denton, TX 76205

Reshan Ivory FBSS
(817) 739-2163
Kristy Tucker FBSS
1 (682) 228-0897
1406 SECURITY DR
CLEBURNE, TX 76033

If you have appreciated stocks or mutual funds in a taxable investment portfolio, you have an opportunity to maximize a charitable donation and pay less taxes by transferring those assets to Fellowship of the Parks. To set up a transfer of stocks and/or mutual funds, please contact Cherry Scribner at 817-741-3687 or cherryscribner@FOTP.church.

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SPECIAL NEEDS – BUDDY UP

Our Buddy Up Ministry is an opportunity for children with special needs to be partnered with an adult in a regular classroom for a more enjoyable, comfortable, and spiritually enriching experience at church.

Our primary goal is for the children to achieve maximum learning and spiritual growth through this Buddy arrangement.

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We would like to say welcome and thank you for your heart to bring hope to children locally and around the world!

We are excited to join you on your journey toward Adoption!

We want to equip you and empower you to make a difference in the life of a child in need.

We can’t wait to follow up with you soon!