Chattanooga Diaper Hub | Sheryl Fletcher

Sometimes, all it takes is one retired nurse and a cool idea to support a community need. It's a good thing we have Sheryl Fletcher.

Do you believe basic hygiene shouldn't be a luxury?

The Chattanooga Diaper Hub (CDH), a community project of First Baptist Church and Metropolitan Ministries, provides diapers (because, well, babies!), feminine hygiene products, and other essentials to people who need support. Many Chattanooga families struggle to afford these necessities.

Our grant of $3,000 will fuel the Diaper Hub mission by providing:

• Diapers (of all shapes and sizes): $1,950 (Because everyone deserves a clean bottom!)

• Hygiene Products: $500 (Think feminine hygiene, toiletries, and incontinence supplies)

• Website Development: $300 (A website that rocks!)

• Office Supplies & National Network Membership: $250 (Gotta keep things running smoothly!)

Let's make Chattanooga a place where everyone has access to basic necessities! Donate to the Chattanooga Diaper Hub and be part of something awesome! You’ll need to go through the Net Resource Foundation, the fiscal sponsor, until CDH gets its nonprofit status.

12th & Peeples Homeless to Housing Move In | Help Right Here

Help Right Here Chattanooga, a non-profit dedicated to supporting persons experiencing homelessness, offers advocacy, outreach, and post-housing support. Founded in 2019, its mission extends beyond shelter, fostering community empathy, and equipping individuals for success in permanent housing. While housing is crucial, the transition is difficult. Many residents move into empty apartments lacking essential items like shower curtains and sheets, hindering stability.

With a $3,000 UNFoundation grant, Help Right Here will launch the Welcome Home Project, providing essential starter kits for 30 formerly homeless individuals, including basic necessities like cleaning supplies, bedding, and toiletries. They will prioritize cost-effectiveness by utilizing thrift stores and discount retailers whenever possible.

• Cleaning Supplies: ($420) Brooms, mops, Lysol disinfectant

• Bathroom Essentials: ($825) Shower curtains, toilet paper, paper towels, plungers, toilet brushes

• Bedding & Linens: ($505) Sheets, pillows, towels

• Kitchenware: ($750) Plates, bowls, silverware, cups

• Personal Care: ($500) Toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soap

This project eases the adjustment period and increases the likelihood of long-term housing success, positively impacting individuals and our community. Help Right Here bridges the gap between homelessness and stability, supporting individuals as they rebuild their lives and become thriving members of Chattanooga.