Caring Hearts and Helping Hands

Entirely staffed by volunteers, the Fayette Samaritans is a Christian outreach ministry that serves Fayette County residents in need. The group receives daily support from over 50 Fayette County member churches, the United Way and local civic organizations as well as individuals and families.

“We were organized in 1991 by representatives from Fayette County churches with the express purpose of assessing and coordinating to supply the critical needs of residents who didn’t qualify for assistance from other agencies,” says Samaritan Lynn Roberts. “We’re ready with a helping hand to provide food, clothing and financial assistance for selected emergency needs.”

There is always a need for items to stock the food pantry and clothing collection, of course. Ongoing needs at Fayette Samaritans include toiletries, household cleaning supplies, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter and jelly, canned meats and soup, all sizes of new socks and underwear and diapers in sizes 4, 5 and 6.

Volunteers and financial support are also welcome and greatly appreciated. Lynn says that if someone can work just one day a week, they can make a real difference. Even if you can’t make that commitment, however, donations and prayers help Fayette Samaritans to continue doing their good work.

You can feel confident that your donation is going where it’s needed most. “Since we have an all-volunteer staff, less than 2% of the money we collect is needed for overhead,” Lynn explains, “so 98% of the donations we receive go directly to our clients.”

For more information and to find out how you can help Fayette County residents in need, contact the Fayette Samaritans at 770-719-2707 or visit www.fayettesamaritans.org.