Shared Essentials

Shared Essentials A local community initiative for immediate, practical support. Dale County + surrounding areas

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We’re curious. 💛What’s one thing you think communities need more of right now?
06/17/2026

We’re curious. 💛
What’s one thing you think communities need more of right now?

One thing I think people often overlook is that need doesn’t always look the way they expect.Recently, we helped a mothe...
06/12/2026

One thing I think people often overlook is that need doesn’t always look the way they expect.

Recently, we helped a mother of three who had just moved to the area with her family. Her husband serves as a police officer, and after the move she reached out needing some help with groceries while they got settled.

It’s easy to assume that if someone is working, they’ll always be okay. The reality is that life transitions, unexpected expenses, and starting over somewhere new can happen to anyone.

We’re grateful we could help, and grateful for a community that continues to show up for one another. 💛

06/12/2026

Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast for Friday, we’ve made the decision to postpone our Community Potluck Picnic.

Current forecasts are showing a high chance of thunderstorms, and while we’re disappointed to push it back, the safety of everyone attending comes first.

The good news is we’re only moving it back one week!

📅 New Date: June 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Heroes Memorial Park, Newton

Everything else will remain the same, and we’re looking forward to spending time together as a community when the weather is a little more cooperative.

Thank you for understanding, and we hope to see everyone on June 20th! 💛

**posted in the event earlier this week just wanted to make sure everyone has a chance to see it**

We’re planning to host a Community Free Yard Sale!Before we start locking in a location, gathering tables, and setting a...
06/08/2026

We’re planning to host a Community Free Yard Sale!

Before we start locking in a location, gathering tables, and setting a date, we’d love to see how much interest there is.

If you have items you’d like to donate, would be interested in hosting a table, or both, please fill out the short form below. It will help us figure out space needs, table needs, and what types of items may be available.

📋https://forms.gle/4J8pqD89JBY7mTDF9

👇 Would you be more likely to attend on Saturday, July 11th or Sunday, July 12th?

And while you’re here, tell us: What would you be most excited to find at a Community Free Yard Sale?

Feel free to tag a friend who might want to participate. 💛

What’s one resource more people in our area should know about?Drop it in the comments. It could be a local organization,...
06/08/2026

What’s one resource more people in our area should know about?

Drop it in the comments. It could be a local organization, support service, food resource, community program, business, or anything else that has helped you or someone you know.

Someone reading the comments may find exactly what they need.

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Just wanted to take a moment to recognize Chainbreakers New Beginnings Lawn Care & Home Maintenance. 💛A local disabled c...
06/07/2026

Just wanted to take a moment to recognize Chainbreakers New Beginnings Lawn Care & Home Maintenance. 💛

A local disabled couple reached out needing help with lawn care, and they also share their yard with another disabled neighbor.

Chainbreakers stepped up and took care of the property, and we’re incredibly grateful.

I think local businesses have a unique opportunity to support their communities by doing what they already do best. In this case, that looked like lawn care.

Thank you for showing up and making a difference for your neighbors.

I’ll put their business information in the comments below.

We took the kids to the Newton Library’s Dino Egg Hunt yesterday morning and had such a good time.I feel like local libr...
06/07/2026

We took the kids to the Newton Library’s Dino Egg Hunt yesterday morning and had such a good time.

I feel like local libraries don’t always get enough credit for the things they do for families. Between storytimes, crafts, activities, and special events, there are a lot of free opportunities for kids throughout the summer.

If you’re looking for something to do with your children over the next few weeks, I definitely recommend checking out what your local library has planned.

Sharing Newton Library’s summer schedule below because I know a lot of parents are always looking for ideas. ☀️📚

06/05/2026

a little over a months worth of Shared Essentials.

I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built so far, grateful to everyone who has supported it, and excited to see where it goes next.

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