The Goshen community is no stranger to natural disaster, and now many of our local organizations are banding together to help others who have been hit hard by Hurricane Helene.
The Goshen High School Student Council, along with Goshen Community Cares are collecting items to be sent to hard-hit communities in North Carolina.
Items can be brought to Goshen High School on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 1-4 p.m. Only the items listed below will be accepted. Everything will be taken to Matthew 25 Ministries on Monday.
Please be aware of the quantities they are requesting. Water is to be in 12- or 24-pack ONLY. This makes the transport through the devastated areas easier to manage.
Cases of bottled water: 12 and 24 count
Personal care products: Antibacterial soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, body wash, deodorant, lotion, etc.
Cleaning supplies: Laundry detergents, general cleaner, sponges, bleach (powdered form is preferred), mops, scrub brushes, buckets, rubber gloves, etc.
Paper products: Toilet paper, paper towels, etc.
Baby and infant supplies: Diapers, wipes, diaper rash ointment, baby wash, baby shampoo, baby lotion, etc.
First-aid items: Bandages, gauze, pads, first aid tape, antiseptic creams, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, latex gloves, instant cold packs, etc.
Candles and flashlights: If necessary, please include the appropriate size batteries with any flashlight donation
Clean-up supplies: Protective eyewear, work gloves, trash bags etc.