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Sunday
Jan012012

Local Support

Burbank Temporary Aid Center:  BTAC has lost over $40,000 in federal funds.  They are in need of volunteers, food, new socks & underwear, warm clothes for adults.  Your help would be much appreciated.  Contact Jerry B. or anyone in the Social Action Circle to find out how to help.

Join us in supporting the Burbank Temporary Aid Center, BTAC, is dedicated to providing the poor, working poor, and homeless of the local community with basic services they need to live with dignity, and to serve citizens of the city in times of emergency and disaster. As a conduit between the generous donors of the community, foundations and government resources, BTAC works to provide clients with help such as food, utility assistance, transportation assistance, emergency shelter (off-site and short-term), medical assistance, referrals to other community resources, and holiday outreach.

On Sundays, please bring any of the following items which we will donate to BTAC for you. Macaroni & cheese, peanut butter, cereals, canned fruits and vegetables, canned soups, canned meats (chicken, tuna, etc.), rice, pasta, instant potatoes, pancake mixes, syrup, personal hygiene supplies such as toothpaste, tooth brushes and deodorant. Canned goods with easy-open pull-tabs are especially appreciated. Please, no ramen noodles, or exotic, specialty-food items!