Share ... give ... change lives

Traders Point serves the community in so many ways. One way is to donate food, clothing, and other items to change the lives of those in need. Here are some of the opportunities to give throughout the year:

The Caring Center (Anytime)

The Caring Center is always in need of food, clothing, small kitchen appliances, microwaves, televisions, linens, blankets, etc. In addition, Classic Reruns accepts furniture donations. Contact the Caring Center in Lebanon at 765.482.2020 to donate.

Furniture (Anytime)

Accepts appliance, household furniture. Contact TPCC Furniture Team member Don Cowser at 733.2037 to donate or help deliver furniture.

Survival Kits (Anytime)

Purchase survival kits to distribute to the homeless community. For only $5, you can purchase a kit filled with toiletries, snacks, a Bible, and a list of local shelters and supporting agencies. The kits are easily stored in your car, so you have one ready whenever you need it. Survival kits can be purchased online and picked up the following Sunday in the Ministry Resource Center. Contact Beckie Zachary at  for more information.

Wheeler Mission (Anytime)

Donate clothing, toys, and household items. Drop off donations for Wheeler Mission in the Wheeler Mission donation barn located in the TPCC parking lot near Entrance 3. Note: all items must be able to fit in the barn. Download a list of their current needs.

Bag Hunger (February, May, and September)

This event provides the congregation an opportunity to fill bags with food items for residents in Marion County and Boone County. Watch the bulletin for upcoming bag hunger dates!

Blood Drive (Each April and November)

This event gives members the opportunity to donate safe and adequate blood so that supplies are on hand in the community when needed.  Volunteers can donate blood at TPCC’s campus by contacting Libby Yingst at .

Boone County What’s For Lunch Summer Program (Every June)

This event serves low income families by providing sack lunches for Boone County students during summer break.  Life Groups, families, and individuals are needed to purchase designated food items and prepare sack lunches for approximately 300 students. Contact Sheri El at  for more information.

Shepherd/Jireh Sports Backpack Drive (July through August)

Help a child in need start the school year off right! Purchase a backpack at TPCC for $15 and fill it with school supplies. Contact Trish Fortin at  for more information on Jireh backpacks.

Giving Tree (December)

After Thanksgiving, you and your family can select a tag from one of the Giving Trees and share the love of Christ with someone in need at Christmas. Life groups can be a blessing by adopting an entire family at Christmas. Contact Tiffany Leininger at  for more information.