2026 VBS OUTREACH

During VBS week, while our young scientists are on a Rainforest Expedition they will be collecting food for the Damascus Help Community Food Pantry. The congregation is invited to contribute to our collection. Needed foods include:

•     Spaghetti sauce

•     Pasta, Instant Potatoes

•     Canned vegetables & fruits

•     Canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc.)

•     Cereals (cold or hot)

•     Peanut butter (medium size)

•     Soups

•     Mac & Cheese boxes

Our young scientists will also be assembling backpacks filled with school supplies for children in our community. Just as a scientist needs the proper gear to safely navigate the rainforest, a child needs a Backpack filled with supplies to successfully navigate in school! With your help, we can ensure that many area children are ready and excited for school this Fall. 

•     Boxes of Crayons (24 count)

•     Boxes of Pencils (12 count)

•     Boxes of Colored Pencils (12 count)

•     Scissors (for K-3rd grade)

•     Glue Sticks (any size package)

•     Composition Notebooks

•     Packs of Wide-Ruled paper

•     3-Ring Binders (2” wide)

•     Backpacks (17” – 20” size)

Please look for our Rainforest Falls collection container in the narthex. Monetary donations towards supplies are also appreciated. Please contact Leslie Hinkle at 301-717-7033 or lesliehinkle446@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you!