As winter settles in and temperatures begin to fall, the men and women living in camps and on the streets face dangers that most of us will never experience. What feels like a chilly inconvenience to us—a cold car ride, a gust of wind while walking inside—can be life-threatening for someone without shelter. For our neighbors experiencing homelessness, every layer of clothing matters. Every blanket matters. Every act of compassion matters.
Those our Feed the Hunger Outreach team serves in Indianapolis often have little more than the clothes on their backs. Many are underweight, making warmth even more difficult to hold onto. Pants above size 34 frequently slip off. Sweatpants—worn over existing clothing—become a vital buffer against the cold. And simple items like gloves, flashlights, or a small tent can mean the difference between a brutal night and one that is at least bearable.
Items Needed
To help our homeless neighbors endure the harsh winter months, we are seeking donations of:
- Hoodie sweatshirts: Large–XXL
- Sweatpants: Medium–XL
- Blankets
- Stocking hats
- Men’s jeans: Size 34 or smaller
- Women’s jeans: Size 6 or smaller
- Belts
- Gloves
- Flashlights
- Lighters
- Small tents
These items are not simply clothing—they are warmth, safety, dignity, and hope.
Your Compassion Can Change Someone’s Winter
If you’ve ever shivered on a cold morning, imagine facing that cold all day—and all night—with nowhere warm to go. Imagine bundling a thin sweatshirt tighter because it’s all you have. Imagine trying to sleep through freezing temperatures with nothing but a blanket that barely covers you.
For the people we serve, these donations are lifelines.
This winter, we ask you to give generously. Look through your closets. Pick up an extra item or two on your next shopping trip. Share this need with someone who might help. Each donation goes directly into the hands of someone who desperately needs it.
Your support allows our outreach team to carry God’s grace from Plainfield to the “least of these” in Indianapolis, offering warmth, comfort, and the assurance that they are not forgotten.
Thank you for your continued compassion and generosity.
Thank you, and God bless.
Plainfield UMC Today 