Gatlinburg Community Reaches Out to Back to School Kids

It truly was a Blessings Blow Out as kids from Gatlinburg along with their families gathered for Food, Fellowship and Fun before back packs and hygiene kits were distributed August 8th at the first annual event. Thanks to the many people of Gatlinburg through the churches and individually who gave for this event to be a success. We especially thank First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, Our Savior Lutheran Church and Trinity Episcopal Church all of Gatlinburg Tennessee for their donations of supplies, funding, and volunteers.

FIN hosts Bike and Build Group May 31st

It was a pleasure to host our friends with Bike and Build, a non profit group of 18-26 year old young adults who are biking across the country as they raise money and awareness for affordable housing options and organizations throughout the country. Through presentations, along with hands on building, Bike and Build is able to raise money for grant projects which is then in turn awarded to agencies throughout the country who are working to bring affordable housing options to those who need it. We wish them the very best of luck on their journey and look forward to being able to host them again next year!

3 Day Event - Food for FIN at Buie Pottery and Buie Landing in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

We invite you to attend.....Three Days for FOOD for FIN (Friends in Need)

Meet author Keith Donnelly, Gatlinburg resident, introducing his second mystery novel, Three Days Dead. Get your own personalized copy of Three Days Dead for 20% off the retail price during signing hours this May 28,29 and 30th.

The book, Three Days Dead is part two of the series The Donald Youngblood Series and is proceeded by Three Deuces Down, which will also be available. Cash and Checks only, no credit cards will be accpeted.

In Addition, receive a 20% discount off ALL sales at ALL stores of Buie Landing during event hours.
Discounts will also apply at:
Buie Pottery, Licklog Hollow Baskets, Karen Emily Design, Smoky Mountain Leather, Stewart Gallery and Lisa Dealter Gallery.
http://www.buiepottery.com/



How do you get your discount?
It's Easy! Simply bring in 4 cans or boxes of unperishable food or a cash or check donation for a minimum of $10.00 to Friends in Need of Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity and fun event!
Thursday, May 28 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, May 29 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday. May 30th 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM


Thank you to these Event Sponsors:
Gold Sponsors include:
Citizens National Bank http://www.cnbtn.com/

Five Oaks Corporation

Silver Sponsors Include:
Mountain Laurel Chalets http://www.mtnlaurelchalets.com/

Buie Pottery http://www.buiepottery.com/

Timber Tops http://www.yourcabin.com/

Thanks to these individual sponsors:
Smoky Mountain Spinnery
Smoky Mountain Angler
Quality Inn Creekside

All proceeds will go to Friends In Need. Helping empower friends in need to build lives of purpose throug grace, encouragement, and education.
www.wearefin.org



Buie Pottery is located at 1360 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TNFor information on sponsorship of this event contact 865-436-5504Sponsorships are available at $260, $500 Contact them today at buiepottery@aol.com

Large Yard Sale to benefit Friends in Need of Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Bag a Bargain

Yard Sale

Saturday, March 14
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

All proceeds benefit
Friends in Need of Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Donate $1.00 and receive one shopping bag.
Stuff your bag!
Repeat!

Bring your kids! Bring your FRIENDS and take advantage of this great sale.

Located on Hwy 321 in Gatlinburg
Beside Alamo Steakhouse and next to First Baptist Church

Don’t Miss It
www.wearefin.org

Friends in Need Featured on WBIR

The Friends in Need Back Pack program was featured recently on WBIR, Knoxville, TN. The Back Pack program feeds over 200 Sevier County children and teenagers over the weekend when school is out. Bags of healthy snacks are packed each Thursday at 9:00 AM at the FIN storage and operating offices, located behind Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg, next to First Baptist Church. These bags are packed up ready for delivery on Fridays. We currently deliver to 4 schools in the area.

Drink Boxes are something we are in continuous need of. Can your organization or church do a drink box drive for FIN? Contact our agency via our contact page of our web site! Read the story on WBIR here!

http://www.wbir.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=76423&catid=2

Thursday Back Packing

Several Churches are represented each Thursday morning as back packs are prepared and loaded up for delivery to the Gatlinburg area schools, which include: Pi Beta Phi, Jones Cove, and Pittman Center Elementary Schools. Each week we pack 180 packs for kids who would otherwise be without on the weekends. The project is fun and meaningful and we welcome all people to volunteer to help. Visit our events calendar on the web site at http://www.wearefin.org/ to easily sign up for participation!

Afterschool Programs Begin!

Friends in Need of Gatlinburg, Tennessee now has two afterschool programs in operation on Mondays and Thursdays. Currently three Gatlinburg churches work together to bring these programs to the community. First United Methodist Church handles the transportation, while First Baptist Church and Our Savior Lutheran Church host the programs. Games, homework help , hot meals, and worship opportunities offer the chance for the children to connect to adults with one on one mentoring.