SPECO

08/17/2026

After nearly six years, I’m officially stepping away from SPECO.

In 2020, just after graduating high school, I helped start what would become St. Peter’s Episcopal Community Outreach (SPECO). At the time, I don’t think I could have imagined just how much this little idea would grow or how much it would become a part of my life.

I’ve watched SPECO grow from a small blessing box ministry into a community of people who show up for our neighbors. I started behind the flood wall with likeminded friends, just trying to help people in any way we could. Over the years, I’ve packed care bags, cooked meals, worked in the garden, and have taught people (too many to count) how to use the life-saving overdose reversal drug, naloxone. More than anything, my work with SPECO led me to discover my truest passion: storytelling. I’ve had the privilege of meeting people and sharing their stories - many who reminded me over and over again how important it is to just show love and give hope as often as you possibly can.

SPECO has been a part of my life since I was 19. It has grown alongside me, and in so many ways, it helped shape the person I am today.

Stepping away is bittersweet. There’s a lot of history, a lot of memories, and an incredible amount of love tied to this organization. But I’m also incredibly proud to know that something we started years ago is still here, and still making a difference.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey with me. Thank you especially to my stepmom, Carrie, for inspiring me and encouraging me to never give up. I can’t wait for the future!

Love you all!

Signing off,
Sequoia ❤️✌️

08/03/2026

We’re collecting clothing donations for a local family in need 🫶
Every item makes a difference, and your kindness truly matters.
📍 Drop-off Location: St. Peter’s Episcopal
2248 Adams Ave, Huntington, WV 25704
🕙 Wednesdays: 10AM–2PM
🕧 Thursdays: 12:30PM–2PM
Thank you for showing up for our community 💛

07/30/2026

Volunteers Needed!! 🚨 We are looking for some helping hands on Tuesday, Aug 4th in the Lot of Love Garden. 👩‍🌾 Tasks in the garden include weeding, watering, and harvesting. No experience needed! ✨

We will begin work at 9AM. The garden is located at 2248 Adams Ave, Huntington, WV. Reach out to us if you can lend a hand! 🫶

07/29/2026

Heads up! 🚨We have fresh veggies from the Lot of Love Garden now available at SPECO ✨🥰

Stop by anytime today until 2PM or tomorrow (12:30PM - 2PM) to get some locally grown produce! 🥒🍅

07/14/2026

We're looking for volunteers for Save a Life Day 2026!

Join us on Thursday, September 24, as we work together to provide free naloxone and overdose prevention resources across Cabell County. With 16 sites already registered, we need your help to make this year's event a success.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/SSHBNmbrqnQRTtfW9

07/09/2026

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A big thank you to SPECO for coming out to serve our clients today!

They not only provided a meal for our neighbors, but also brought much-needed supplies to share with those we serve. We are so grateful for their continued kindness, generosity, and willingness to show up for our community.

We’re also thankful the rain took a break while they were here, giving everyone a chance to enjoy the meal, connect, and be cared for.

Thank you, SPECO, for helping us meet immediate needs and remind our neighbors that they are not forgotten.

07/07/2026

Sandwiches made, bags packed, neighbors fed 🤩 Our SPECO volunteers recently spent a morning prepping lunches for our neighbors at Harmony House ❤️ Many hands really do make light work!

Interested in volunteering with us? Send us a message, we’d love to have you. 🥰

07/06/2026

friends of SPECO! Here are our activities for the week. Be sure to check out our full calendar of events for the month of July on our website at www.specowv.com/calendar. Details for this week’s activities are below ⬇⬇

Wednesday, July 8th: Volunteer Day at SPECO! Stop by this Wednesday anytime from 10AM-2PM and help with projects such as prepping food pantry bags, organizing inventory, and more. Follow the signs and enter through the side yard in the courtyard. Let us know you’re coming by sending a message! ❤

Thursday, July 9th: Weekly Meal at Harmony House, located at 627 4th Ave, Huntington, WV. We will meet in front of Harmony House to begin serving around 11:45AM. Let us know ahead of time if you're planning to assist! ✨

PANTRY HOURS & INFO: The SPECO Food Pantry is open this week on Wednesday (10AM-2PM) and Thursday (12:30PM-2PM) to make arrangements for a pantry bag. Donations can be dropped off during these times as well. We will post weather updates to our story. Contact us by phone for questions and concerns (text preferred) at 681-554-5828. ❤

BLESSING BOX STOCK DAYS: We have adjusted our Blessing Box program due to changes in funding. Volunteers will stock the blessing box on Sundays, Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays at various times. On other days, please visit during pantry hours for a food pantry or blessing box go-bag. If you have questions, contact us via Messenger! ✨

07/04/2026

from SPECO! 🎆❤ We hope everyone has a safe & happy holiday!