Nonprofit news for week of Oct. 27

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Tri Kappa recognizes Chef Sherry Houze with award

From left, Tri Kappa members Amy Lee, Marcia Sledd, Wanda Lawson, honoree Chef Sherry Houze of Mother's Cupboard Community Kitchen, Mary Ann Soll, Community Service Chairman Cheri Sumter and President Joanne Rozzi pose for a photo. Tri Kappa members presented the Zeta Phi service award "Tri Kappa 'Chooses You'" award Oct. 7 to Houze. Houze was recognized for her "outstanding community service, excellent work ethic, helpful attitude, good humor and for being a positive influence on those she serves." She received a thank you card and a $100 gift certificate. The Zeta Phi Chapter awards this service award four times a year to deserving community members.
From left, Tri Kappa members Amy Lee, Marcia Sledd, Wanda Lawson, honoree Chef Sherry Houze of Mother’s Cupboard Community Kitchen, Mary Ann Soll, Community Service Chairman Cheri Sumter and President Joanne Rozzi pose for a photo. Tri Kappa members presented the Zeta Phi service award “Tri Kappa ‘Chooses You'” award Oct. 7 to Houze. Houze was recognized for her “outstanding community service, excellent work ethic, helpful attitude, good humor and for being a positive influence on those she serves.” She received a thank you card and a $100 gift certificate. The Zeta Phi Chapter awards this service award four times a year to deserving community members.

Humane society accepting donations

The Brown County Humane Society is accepting monetary donations for several of their funds.

Donations are being accepted for the Medical Fund, SPOT Fund, Promise Fund and SPOT Endowment Fund. Memorial and honorary donations as well as Sponsor a Pet are also available.

These funds and donations help the humane society with everything from extraordinary medical expenses to ensuring the shelter animals are well-fed.

Those interested in donating can visit bchumane.org/donate/. A detailed description of their funds is available on the page.

God’s Grace accepting donations

God, Grace, sponsored by Brown County Presbyterian Fellowship, has provided free clothing, linens and toiletries to Brown County since 2008. They work with social services agencies, first responders and schools to get residents what they need.

The ministry is accepting donations of clothing, toiletries and money. It is also open to volunteers. Those interested should contact Mary Kilgore at 812-720-1187.

Alcoholics Anonymous

AA Grapevine meetings are open every Friday at 10 a.m. at the Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, in the lower level.

Weekly food pantry open at local church

GNAW BONE — The Pentecostals, 60 Mt. Liberty Road, have a food pantry open every Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 812-200-3136.

Recovery group meeting three times a month

A Twelve Step-based recovery group has three meeting times and locations in the county.

The group meets at the following times and locations:

  • Brown County Community Church, 2370 W. Main St. in Helmsburg, first Fridays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
  • Heart of Christ Ministries, 5181 State Road 46 East, first and third Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
  • Faith Full Gospel Church, 6681 State Road 135 North, second and fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Dinner is provided and childcare is available.

For more information, call Jim Ackerman at 812-606-7355 or Toni Brumley at 812-269-0757.

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