By: WE CARE

JUNE 30, 2025

Every day, We Care Community Services fulfills its mission of “helping people, help themselves” by providing vital resources to individuals and families facing hardship. For over 40 years, our Food Pantry and Emergency Housing programs have offered more than temporary relief—they’ve offered hope and the tools for lasting self-reliance wecaredayton.com. But none of this is possible without the generosity of our community. This month, we’re highlighting the specific items we urgently need to restock Food Boxes and supply Homeless Clients with hygiene essentials. Your donations literally change lives.

Why Your Support Matters

Access to nutritious food is a cornerstone of well-being. Our Food Pantry serves residents of Dayton, Evensville, and Graysville in Rhea County, distributing Food Box assistance every three months to eligible households. Each Basic Box is tailored to provide a balanced assortment of staples—cereal, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, rice, and more wecaredayton.com. Similarly, our Emergency Housing programs offer safe, transitional shelter for families and individuals working to regain stability. When we care for basic needs—food and hygiene—we restore dignity and empower people to build brighter futures.

Items Needed for Food Boxes

To keep Food Boxes fully stocked and ready for distribution, we need:

• Can Openers (manual, sturdy)

• Plastic Silverware (forks, spoons, knives)

• Non-Perishable Food

  • Canned vegetables & fruits

  • Canned soups & chili

  • Boxed pasta & pasta sauces

  • Cereal & oatmeal

  • Peanut butter & crackers

  • Rice & dried beans

Every donated item ensures that when a family leaves our pantry, they have everything needed to prepare a nutritious meal at home. Simple tools like can openers and silverware make a major difference for clients who may have very limited kitchen supplies.

Essential Items for Our Homeless Clients

Personal hygiene and a safe place to store belongings are fundamental to dignity and health. We Care’s Homeless Client support relies on community donations of:

• Bars of Soap

• Shampoo & Conditioner

• Toothbrushes & Toothpaste

• Combs / Hair Brushes

• Backpacks

These items go into individual hygiene kits and backpacks, ensuring that our clients in Micro Homes and Safe Haven shelters have the essentials for daily self-care and the ability to carry their belongings securely.

How to Donate and Get Involved

Drop-Off Location:
Bring your items to the Friendly Budget Market, located at
1273 Dayton Mountain Hwy, Dayton, TN 37321
during normal business hours. We welcome donations of unopened, in-date goods and supplies wecaredayton.com.

Contact Us:
If you have questions about specific needs, large donations, or drop-off logistics, please call (423) 775-4333 or email info@wecaredayton.org. Every package you bring in helps us sort, pack, and distribute support to those who rely on these programs.