Volunteer Ministry Center Has Urgent Needs
October 12, 2026, 12:32 a.m.
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| Clothing closet at the Volunteer Ministry Center; image by Volunteer Ministry Center |
KNOXVILLE - This holiday season, your church, business, small group, Sunday school class, work team, family, or group of friends can make a meaningful difference for our Neighbors.
VMC's Clothing Closet provides essential clothing and personal items to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, and right now, the need is immediate.
We invite you to gather your group and host a clothing drive, collect gift cards, or shop VMC's Amazon Wish Lists. Whether you collect a few coats, fill a car with winter essentials, or purchase items online, every gift helps ensure our Neighbors have access to warm, comfortable clothing when they need it most.We are grateful for all new or barely used items you can send our way!
The primary goal is to fill the Clothing Closet for Christmas, but Neighbors need these essential items today. Donations are welcome thoughout October, November, and December, with Christmas donations requested by December 10.
The center has immediate needs for clothing. Please consider scheduling an appointment for clothing or gift card donation drop off in the months of Oct-Dec. Email: aheins@vmcinc.org
Items needed most:
| • Sweatpants • Hoodies/pullovers • New underwear • Sports bras • Winter Hats & Gloves • Coats • Men's Belts All Sizes • Backpacks • Blankets (Twin or Throw) • Walmart & Target Gift Cards |
• Short & Long Sleeve T-shirts Men's Sizes: Large-2XL • Jeans Men's Sizes: 28-38, Women's Sizes: 0-8 • Leggings Women's Sizes: XS-Large • Shoes - boots and tennis shoes especially needed - Men's Sizes: 10-14, Women's Sizes: 7-10 |
You may take your newly purchased (or barely used) items to 511 N. Broadway, Knoxville 37917.
Drop off in person: 12/7-12/10 8 am to 5 pm (or make an appointment to Drop Off throughout October-December).
For questions or drop off scheduling, please email: aheins@vmcinc.org
