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Associated Churches Active in Disaster (ACAD) a ministry of Associated Churches of Fort Wayne and Allen County, has sent a message to its member congregations, appealing for donations to help victims of the June 1 flash flood.
Among the worst affected were residents of Black Bear Creek Apartments, on Reed Road. The flood resulted in:
- 60 condemned apartments
- 14 families moved to units within the complex
- 41 families seeking shelter elsewhere
- 80 adults
- 30 children
As a member of Allen County Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD), ACAD has been asked to act as a collection site for the following needed items:
- Clorox Bleach – 110 gallons
- Cleaning Gloves- 110 pairs
- Sponges- 110 sponges
- Laundry Detergent- 110 gallons
- Dryer Sheets- 55 boxes
- Dish soap- 55 bottles
If your church can help, please drop off donations at the Associated Churches warehouse, 602 East Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, during the business hours of 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. If you would prefer to offer a cash donation, please call the Associated Churches office at 422-3528.
Associated Churches will send out an announcement when no more items are needed. Distribution of items will be coordinated with local relief agencies.
See the Associated Churches Facebook page. Follow Associated Churches on Twitter (@AssocChurches).