August 2020
Dear Friend of OGT MAB,
We are back in business at the warehouse, keeping our distance physically, but joining our hearts closely as we work for those in need. The summer heat cannot keep our loyal volunteers away – thanks be to God! We are open every Wednesday from 10 am - 2:30 pm and (this month) on Saturday, August 8th from 9 am - noon.
Now Accepting Clothing Donations – You have been patiently storing your donations since March and now (at last!) you may bring them to the warehouse. Stop by any time during regular work hours. If you need help with a large delivery text Rob Hall (484) 459-9217 or email rob.hall.OGT@gmail.com. Thanks go to our friends at Encore and Wings for Success shops for generously giving us their consignment clothing donations again.
‘New Normal’ is Successful – Wearing masks and maintaining space between work stations is getting the job done! Cleaning and sanitizing are keeping our volunteers safe. We have even discovered the joys of devotions and dining outdoors under the breezy shade of oak trees. Come and join us. Please remember to schedule ahead with Roger at rhazzard2@comcast.net.
And the First Shipment of 2020 Goes to … the Republic of Georgia, another new destination for our branch! Please join us 9 am on Friday, August 21st for a ‘dual’ workday: loading the truck plus sorting and packing. All safety precautions will be observed.
KAH Meals Delivered to Warehouse – On July 20th Church of the Advent in Kennett Square, PA, sponsored Kids Against Hunger to pack 24,000 nutritious meals. Heather Griesser, of KAH Philadelphia, packed the meals with her dedicated volunteer team of family and friends, carefully maintaining safety guidelines. Because of their efforts over 100 KAH boxes will to Georgia later this month.
AmazonSmile – Without spending any additional money you can donate to OGT. Orphan Grain Train is an Amazon registered charity. By purchasing through their ‘Smile’ program a portion goes directly to our office in Norfolk … found money! These funds go to our national organization that arranges all of our shipments. Click here for more details.
A Perfect Score! – For 12 years in a row OGT has been awarded ‘4 Stars’ from Charity Navigator and this year we’re excited to announce we scored a ‘100’, the highest possible 4 Star rating. Of all financial donations received, 98.2% goes toward helping those in need and only 1.8% pays for administrative and marketing costs – and this without any federal funding or government grants. We are extremely proud, and you can be, too! Read more about our score here.
“Praise the Lord, all nations! Extol him, all peoples! For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord!” Psalm 117
Wear your mask, bring your lunch, and see you at the warehouse!
Carla
Dear Friend of OGT MAB,
We are back in business at the warehouse, keeping our distance physically, but joining our hearts closely as we work for those in need. The summer heat cannot keep our loyal volunteers away – thanks be to God! We are open every Wednesday from 10 am - 2:30 pm and (this month) on Saturday, August 8th from 9 am - noon.
Now Accepting Clothing Donations – You have been patiently storing your donations since March and now (at last!) you may bring them to the warehouse. Stop by any time during regular work hours. If you need help with a large delivery text Rob Hall (484) 459-9217 or email rob.hall.OGT@gmail.com. Thanks go to our friends at Encore and Wings for Success shops for generously giving us their consignment clothing donations again.
‘New Normal’ is Successful – Wearing masks and maintaining space between work stations is getting the job done! Cleaning and sanitizing are keeping our volunteers safe. We have even discovered the joys of devotions and dining outdoors under the breezy shade of oak trees. Come and join us. Please remember to schedule ahead with Roger at rhazzard2@comcast.net.
And the First Shipment of 2020 Goes to … the Republic of Georgia, another new destination for our branch! Please join us 9 am on Friday, August 21st for a ‘dual’ workday: loading the truck plus sorting and packing. All safety precautions will be observed.
KAH Meals Delivered to Warehouse – On July 20th Church of the Advent in Kennett Square, PA, sponsored Kids Against Hunger to pack 24,000 nutritious meals. Heather Griesser, of KAH Philadelphia, packed the meals with her dedicated volunteer team of family and friends, carefully maintaining safety guidelines. Because of their efforts over 100 KAH boxes will to Georgia later this month.
AmazonSmile – Without spending any additional money you can donate to OGT. Orphan Grain Train is an Amazon registered charity. By purchasing through their ‘Smile’ program a portion goes directly to our office in Norfolk … found money! These funds go to our national organization that arranges all of our shipments. Click here for more details.
A Perfect Score! – For 12 years in a row OGT has been awarded ‘4 Stars’ from Charity Navigator and this year we’re excited to announce we scored a ‘100’, the highest possible 4 Star rating. Of all financial donations received, 98.2% goes toward helping those in need and only 1.8% pays for administrative and marketing costs – and this without any federal funding or government grants. We are extremely proud, and you can be, too! Read more about our score here.
“Praise the Lord, all nations! Extol him, all peoples! For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord!” Psalm 117
Wear your mask, bring your lunch, and see you at the warehouse!
Carla