Des Moines Catholic Worker

09/02/2021

*** In addition, four catholic workers have left since our last beg list, so the workload has ramped up for us who are left. We would love some volunteers to help with weekend shifts (especially Sundays) and meals. Also, we are looking for new workers. If you know anyone who is interested in volunteering or being a live-in worker, we would love to hear from you. All must be vaccinated!

Hello Beloved Friends of the Catholic Worker,

We hope you are doing well. The past month, our house has hummed with the usual activity of guests. We gave a lot out, and our supply bins have slowly emptied. In Particular, we are nearly out of hygiene and clothes. If you would like to help us meet our neighbors' needs, please drop off donations at the Dingman house. Below is a list of needed items.

1) Hygiene:
Shampoo
Conditioner
Deodorant
Razors
Soap
Lotion
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Toilet paper
Fingernail paints
Foot powder/baby powder
Masks (covid)

2) Clothes:
T-shirts
Shorts
Socks
Underwear
Shoes

3) Food/Food-related:
To-go Boxes
Plastic forks and spoons
Plastic bags small & large for carry outs and garbage
To-go coffee cups and lids
Pastas
Cream Soups & Velveeta Cheese for cooking
Soy Sauce

4) Sleep stuff:
Blankets
Sheets
Sleeping Bags

5) Other:
Umbrellas
Tarps

House Needs:
Murphy's Oil Soap
Clothes Detergent

We are very thankful for your partnership in serving the poor. We are our best when we work together.

All the best,
The Des Moines Catholic Worker

For more info and delivery contact:
Frank Cordaro 515 490 2490
Austin Cook 515 9718721

Finally; If you wish to make a direct $ donation through our DMCW Paypal account go to: https://paypal.me/dmcatholicworker?locale.x=en_US
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Hours Open:

Monday- Closed
Tuesday- 3-6:30 pm
Wednesday- Closed
Thursday- 3-6:30 pm
Friday- 3-6:30 pm
Saturday- 12-2 pm
Sunday- 3-6:30 pm

05/07/2021

Hello everyone! It’s that time again - The DSM Catholic Worker House needs your help to provide for our guests. If you are at all able, please help us out by donating the following items:

Urgent things for the house

two beds

bulk disposable forks

Meat - we use large quantities of meat daily for our meals, but our supplies are running low. Anything you can contribute would be greatly appreciated!

number 10 cans of vegetables, etc for meals

Big shampoo/conditioner/soap bottles

A shower curtain (needed so we can reopen our shower now that all of our volunteers are vaccinated!)

Store things we need asap

blankets

clean wash cloths

clean towels

toilet paper

over the counter pain and allergy medication

pasta

cereal

snacks

made-to-go microwaveable meals (ie cup ramen and mac and cheese)

Soups:

-chicken noodle

-chunky

-any pop-top soups

-broth

Other helpful items

antacids

juice

butter

canned fruits

wipes

razors

clean men’s boxers

clean women’s underwear

clean spring/summer clothing

backpacks

vitamins

disposable masks

brown or white rice, big and small bags

Deliver stuff to Dingman House, 1310 7th St, DM IA use the back door, call ahead of time or come when we are open

For more info and delivery contact:

Frank Cordaro 515 490 2490
Jenny Rodrigues Santos 781 985 4068
Austin Cook 515 9718721

We are also looking for any fully vaccinated volunteers, as well as people who are available to be meal providers! If you are interested, please contact us.

Thank you all for your generosity and support. Best wishes,

The Des Moines Catholic Worker Crew

If you wish to make a direct $ donation through our DMCW Paypal account go to: https://paypal.me/dmcatholicworker?locale.x=en_US
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Hours Open:

Monday- Closed
Tuesday- 3-6:30 pm
Wednesday- Closed
Thursday- 3-6:30 pm
Friday- 3-6:30 pm
Saturday- 12-2 pm
Sunday- 3-6:30 pm
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04/02/2021

Please help us keep serving meals like these to the Des Moines community! Our April beg list is below:

Backpacks
Peanut butter
Toilet paper
Paper towels

HYGIENE PRODUCTS:
Deodorant
Soap
Razors
Lotion
Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash (especially small bottles)
Baseball caps
Men’s and women’s underwear
Men’s and women’s walking shoes

Special Request:
A walking cane - quest request
Murphy's Oil Soap for wood floors - this is the only stuff Eddie uses for the Dingman House wooden floors

Also Note - we are now welcoming volunteers who are fully vaccinated!

Deliver stuff to Dingman House, 1310 7th St, DM IA use the back door, call ahead of time or come when we are open

For more info and delivery contact:

Frank Cordaro 515 490 2490
Jenny Rodrigues Santos 781 985 4068
Austin Cook 515 9718721

If you wish to make a direct $ donation through our DMCW Paypal account go to: https://paypal.me/dmcatholicworker?locale.x=en_US

03/14/2021

March DM Catholic Worker beg list . . .

Coffee creamer
Peanut butter

Box or cup Mac and Cheese
Ramen Noodles
Other heat and serve meals
Chips & other snacks

Spaghetti
Italian seasoning - Garlic powder, Orégano

Deodorant
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body wash

Bath Towels / Hand towels / Wash cloths
Paper towels

Large disposable gloves

Deliver stuff to Dingman House, 1310 7th St, DM IA use the back door, call ahead of time or come when we are open

For more info and delivery contact:

Frank Cordaro 515 490 2490
Jenny Rodrigues Santos 781 985 4068
Austin Cook 515 9718721

If you wish to make a direct $ donation through our DMCW Paypal account go to: https://paypal.me/dmcatholicworker?locale.x=en_US

Hours Open:

Monday- Closed
Tuesday- 3-6:30 pm
Wednesday- Closed
Thursday- 3-6:30 pm
Friday- 3-6:30 pm
Saturday- 12-2 pm
Sunday- 3-6:30 pm

Go to paypal.me/dmcatholicworker and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it's easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.

02/09/2021

[updated graphic] URGENT: Funds needed for winter survival. Donate to these mutual aid groups to support our houseless neighbors!!

Then, think of how you can create mutual aid! Call upon the city council. Ask your place of worship to open their doors. Ask friends to donate.