Stove and Refrigerator

We have been approached by an organization called Birthright of Columbus asking if we know anyone who has a refrigerator or an electric stove they are willing to donate to a very appreciative home.

There is a single mother with an 18-month of child who is moving into our neighborhood. A couple years ago, she was pregnant and found herself pressured to have an abortion. She sought out the help of Birthright to carry the child to term and raise the child properly (Birthright offers support in a no-pressure environment to women who have an unplanned pregnancy). The child's father is incarcerated. This woman is very determined and is making great strides. She is raising the child and has worked her way out of Section-8 housing and is just about to move into a new place for herself.

We can also take monetary donations as the St. Vincent de Paul society has connections to purchase these items at extremely reasonable rates. Jake estimates he can buy both of these items for $400 total. However, it would be best to use items that someone already has and does not need.

The home also has a gas hookup for a stove, but an inspector told the woman it would require bringing in a professional to properly hook it up and make it ready for use, so that is why they are asking for electric.

We never needed to ask for these items before since our home was so very fully furnished and well-maintained through the generosity of the Dominican sisters! So if you had these items that you were just waiting to give to the Catholic Worker, now is the chance!

Call Frank or the CW house at 614-267-3322. For a limited time, Frank has access to a truck to make a pick up!