Shoppers and volunteers participate during the inaugural “free store” day last year.Last year, Tyner United Methodist Church gave away household supplies, appliances, bedding and clothing to 175 people in need. And Saturday, Aug. 6, the church is again hosting its annual “free store” event, in the hopes of reaching even more people.
The event offers items such as clothing for men, women and children, household appliances, bedding of all sizes, cleaning supplies, household paper goods, toiletries and much more – all for free.
A member of the church for the past 25 years, organizer Carolyn Alexander threw herself into work like this for her church after her husband passed away just under a year and a half ago.
When asked why the church hosted the event last year and again this year, Alexander said, “Because we want to reach out and show God’s love and his blessings to others. I think that’s what we’re really striving for – to show that we care about people.”
The free store will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church’s gym and all are welcome to stop by.