Dear Ward Family,

Our Stake has recently been notified of an immediate need for a service project to help support many of the Afghan and Venezuelan refugees that are arriving in Utah over the next few weeks. We have teamed up with UnityintheCommUnity Foundation (a small non-profit organization in Midvale) to assist the other non-profit agencies tasked with the resettlement efforts to meet the significant needs of our brothers and sisters. I'll be helping out as the point person for this project in our ward.

They are looking for the following items but are asking that they are very, gently used, clean and in very, good condition. New items are especially appreciated! It would be nice if people could bag and label the loose items that are donated. No other sorting of donations is necessary. (The attached flier contains the same information)

·  Clothing (Any age and any size - Of particular need are men's and teen's clothing.) Note...These men are not typically as large or tall as American men.

·  Shoes for all ages and sizes including winter boots

·  Coats and winter outerwear

·  New socks and underwear (All ages and sizes)

·  Dish sets are especially needed and can be purchased at Kohl's, Target and other stores in settings of 4.

·  Silverware, cups, glasses and small appliances

·  Toys, diapers and baby formula

·  Sheets, bedding and blankets (Of particular need are twin size mattresses and bunk beds, available at DI.)

Apartments are tiny and often they have many children. We realize that this is a pretty comprehensive list but any new or gently used items would be welcome and greatly appreciated.

You may drop off your donations either to the Parker's home (532 W 3200 S) or to my home (3435 S 200 W). This effort is beginning immediately, with the end date around October 15th, but I would encourage donating sooner than later. More details may be sent as this date gets closer.

Monetary donations are also welcome and you can do that using a ward donation slip and earmarking it as "Other - Afghan Refugee Project".

Please reach out to me with any questions about this project.

Bishop Dan Webster

(801) 678-2967