Finding Solutions: Broad Street Ministry Center expands services for those in need
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s an organization that’s been around a little over 20 years meeting people where they are!
Broad Street Ministry Center provides clothes, food, job assistance, and even has an adult literacy program.
They’re finding solutions in giving people a hand up.
Every Tuesday you’re sure to find volunteers getting ready to serve those in need at Broad Street Ministry Center.
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“The main mission was to have a focal point for people to come and get resources they needed, mainly it was a food pantry,” Eric Mongillo, the director of Broad Street Ministry Center, explains. “Instead of going to multiple places and getting one bag, they can get 8-10 bags.”
The non-profit has been around for more than 20 years and has since expanded their services beyond just food.
They have a clothing floor, offer job and resume assistance, as well as a literacy program where adults are taught to read and write.
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“When they come here, they don’t just get food and clothing; they get other resources, so that’s been neat to be a part of that,” Mongillo says.
They see anywhere from 60 to 80 families on any given Tuesday.
Trina Wagher has been a volunteer for nearly 7 years and says she enjoys meeting the needs of others.
“We have regular clients that come every 3 months, but then we have clients with great needs like a house fire or had to leave an abuse situation and they have nothing so to be able to meet those needs and we’ve been blessed that we’ve received a lot of donations,” Wagher says.
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She says to anyone in need of assistance, they welcome you to stop by.
“I think that if they come here, they’re going to feel loved, and they will find that a lot of their needs will be met, and I think they will feel at home.”
The clothing closet and food pantry are open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
They do ask that you have a Photo ID.
As far as items needed, they say the can use more everyday men’s shoes, undergarments, and diapers.
The non-profit also offers a hot meal on Mondays at 12:30 p.m.
To volunteer or learn more go to the Broad Street Ministry Center website.
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