what is gina’s closet?
Gina’s Closet is an outreach ministry of First
Church of Christ in Garrett. We feel blessed to have the opportunity to give people
clothes and share the love of Jesus.
We accept donations of clean, gently used
clothes for men, women and children, as well
as toiletries throughout the year. Any cash
donations are used to purchase supplies and
items families may need. With the help of
dedicated volunteers, we organize, sort and
arrange the clothing. We are open regularly
to the public each week.
She is clothed with
strength and dignity.
- Proverbs 31:25
history of gina’s closet
Gina’s Closet was started in 2011 by
Gina Walker, a member of First Church of
Christ. God laid it on her heart to provide free
clothing to those in need. One evening,
women from the church hosted a clothing
swap. Gina suggested that the church
sponsor a clothing giveaway because so
many clothes remained after the swap. The
community’s response was overwhelming.
The women of the church hosted several
clothing giveaways in the church basement
before moving Gina’s Closet to its current
location at Corner Haven. To date, more than
500 people from throughout northeast
Indiana have received toiletries and clothing
-- from pants and shirts to coats and
swimsuits.
gina’s closet.
gina’s closet
Corner Haven
133 South Randolph Street
Garrett, Indiana 46738
(260) 357-0009
www.garrett-first-church.com
clothing you.
how do I donate?
Donations of clean and gently used
clothing may be dropped off the first and
third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m.
to 1 p.m. at Corner Haven, 133 S.
Randolph St., Garrett.
Clothing may be placed in boxes or bags, but
we ask that donors remove hangers from all
articles of clothing for sorting purposes.
what can I donate?
We appreciate all donations, but ask that you
give clothing appropriate for the season. For
example, in the winter, we will be in need
of coats. In the spring, we will be in need of
shorts.
Please consider donating:
> Shirts
> Socks
> Pants
> New underwear
> Shorts
> Bathing suits
> Dresses
> Business suits
> Maternity
> Toiletries
> Coats and jackets > School supplies
We do not accept:
> Furniture
> Shoes and boots
> Belts
> Purses
> Used underwear
> Jewelry
> Appliances
> Toys
> Household items
> Electronics
can I volunteer?
Yes. We always need volunteers to ensure
this outreach ministry’s success. Volunteers
must be 18 years of age or older, unless
accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
All volunteers must submit to a background
check through First Church of Christ.
We need volunteers to help:
> sort, wash and hang clothing
> work at Gina’s Closet during business
hours
Volunteer hours are flexible. If you are
interested in helping us with our mission to
clothe our community, please call
(260) 357-0009 and leave a message. The
answering machine is checked on a daily
basis, and your call will be returned.
what is corner haven?
Corner Haven is an outreach of First Church
of Christ in Garrett, Indiana, that was started
in 2013, with the goal of ministering to those
in need.
Corner Haven has three main ministry areas:
Gina’s Closet, Cup of Blessing and The Oasis. Cup of Blessing is a coffeehouse open
Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2
p.m. All proceeds go directly to help those in
need within the community.
The Oasis is a program for junior high and
high school students. Monday through Friday, students can come after school and
enjoy a safe, friendly environment, along with
homework assistance.