Equipping The Called

10/15/2026

We are so grateful for our ongoing partnership with JSC. They make such an impact on so many organizations in the area. We are thrilled to be one of them. Thank you!

💙 JSC Grant Recipient Spotlight: Equipping The Called Foster Closet 💙

For children entering foster care, having the basics can bring a little comfort during an uncertain time. ❤️

Our grant to Equipping The Called Foster Closet helps provide essential items like underwear and toiletries and keeps those supplies stocked throughout the year.

We’re honored to support an organization making sure children in our community have access to everyday necessities when they need them most.

Because every child deserves to feel cared for, valued, and prepared. 💙

10/04/2026

Hello foster families! ‘Tis the season to fill out Christmas wish lists for your children in foster care 🎄❤️💚
Please read info in the attached form carefully to make sure you are eligible before submitting. We are so thankful to our donors to be able to make the holidays brighter for our families!

PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE SIGNING UP. We are currently accepting Christmas wish lists through Equipping the Called for the following counties-Madison, Jersey, Bond, Calhoun, Greene, Macoupin, Montgomery, Clinton, St. Clair and Monroe. To be eligible, the child must currently be in foster ca...

09/29/2026

HANGER HELP!

Does anyone have any of these exact loop-style pants hangers hanging around that you don’t need? We’d LOVE to have them at Equipping the Called!

We use this specific style in our boutique, and extras would be greatly appreciated. If you have some to donate, please send us a message. ❤️

Please note: We’re looking specifically for the style pictured. Thank you!

09/17/2026

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS FOR OUR UPCOMING TRIVIA NIGHT AND AUCTION!!!!
We have a few spots left to get your business or group front and center during our event!
$250 gets your name announced during the round and on all social media across several platforms.
Event info and how to sponsor or donate can be found here:
https://givebutter.com/c/annual-trivia-night-auction-yh4bew

09/15/2026

SMALL BUSINESSES/MLM — we have just FIVE vendor spots available!

We’re inviting a handful of small and home-based businesses to join us at our Trivia Night & Auction on October 24 and get your business in front of a room full of people while supporting Equipping the Called. ❤️

There’s no vendor fee! Instead, we ask each vendor to donate an item valued at $100 or more to our silent auction.

During the event, you’re welcome to:
✨ Sell cash-and-carry items
✨ Display and share promotional materials
✨ Connect with potential new customers

visit:https://givebutter.com/c/annual-trivia-night-auction-yh4bew
click the blue button "click here" then choose vendor booth registration

09/12/2026

Missed your chance to win snacks for your whole table? Here’s your second chance at something delicious!

Purchase your Trivia Night table by September 19th and you’ll be entered to win a dessert for your entire table! 🧁

Both our full-table snack winner AND our dessert winner will be announced by September 30th!

🎟️ Grab your table of 8 for $200 and get ready for October 24!
https://givebutter.com/c/annual-trivia-night-auction-yh4bew

09/03/2026

Can you say PAJAMAS?? The junior class at Maryville Christian Academy did an absolutely amazing job collecting 125 pair of pajamas as part of their return to school. We appreciate their generosity and enthusiasm in support of foster families! 🩵🩵

08/26/2026

Kids are back in school-can you think of any extracurricular organized activities your children in foster care might enjoy? Our grant through Lanter Family Foundation will reimburse you up to $150 per child. It covers MANY activities and we are always excited to hear about new activities!
*We can also reimburse for activities you have already paid in 2026.

Please email questions or to request reimbursement-
[email protected]
and include these details:
-Child’s name and DOB
-Foster parent’s name and address
-Copy of 906 placement form (if not previously provided to ETC)
-activity and name of organization with receipt

We would love to help your child experience a fun activity! Sports, music, art, science, cooking and more!

08/19/2026

EARLY TABLE BONUS!

Planning to join us for Trivia Night? Here’s a reason to grab your table NOW instead of later!

Purchase your table of 8 by September 7 and one lucky person will be entered to win:

🍕 FOOD & SNACKS FOR YOUR ENTIRE TABLE — ON US!

Tables are $200 and Trivia Night is Saturday, October 24 at the Collinsville VFW.

Already purchased your table? You’re automatically entered!

Grab yours now! ⬇️

https://givebutter.com/c/annual-trivia-night-auction-yh4bew

08/13/2026

REMINDER- Our free diaper giveaway for foster families is Sunday. Please email the requested info if you have not already signed up!