Topic: F.U.E.L.

Empty bowls-Hope not hunger!

November 10, 2009 |

There is a wonderful “grassroots” movement growing around the country with the mission of feeding the hungry, disadvantaged and homeless and it’s called “EMPTY BOWLS.”   The effort is based on the international Empty Bowls program, where volunteers create bowls that are used to serve a meal of soup and bread during a fundraiser. The bowls serve as a reminder that there are always empty bowls in the world.

When you think of hunger and poverty, a lot of people think about 3rd world countries and they may not be aware that right here in Clarksville, Montgomery County we have a big need.  There are many people who are hungry, and although we have several local programs like Urban Ministries Grace Assistance Food Pantry, Loaves and Fishes (Soup Kitchen), FUEL and others, the need is still great. Agencies have reported close to a 40% increase in the number of persons they are serving, up from last year at this time. According to the USDA, over 36 million Americans are food insecure…and just do not have enough to eat.

Empty Bowls

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Sign up for Clarksville community supported agriculture

By Beth Robinson | May 21, 2009 |

Would you like to sign up for the Garden of Hope CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program?  CSA boxes will cost $20/week for 12 weeks. You will receive a box full of fresh, seasonal vegetables throughout the growing season.  The CSA boxes will be available for pick-up on the farm [860 Hornbuckle Road] each Friday from 3:00 – 6:00 pm from July 3rd through September 18th.  Boxes can be paid for on-site weekly or full payment can be made in advance.

Your support will benefit Clarksville’s F.U.E.L and Loaves and Fishes programs as well as provide fresh, home-grown veggies for your family.

The Garden of Hope is a local community outreach program sponsored in part by the City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development, UT/TSU Cooperative Extension program in Montgomery County, other organizations and businesses. «Read the rest of this article»

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Clarksville Association of Realtors hosts second annnual F.U.E.L. fundraiser

By Beth Robinson | May 1, 2009 |

Please join the Clarksville Association of Realtors for their second annual F.U.E.L Fundraiser in the Hilldale Baptist Church Gym (2001 Madison Street) on Saturday, May, 2, 2009 from 10:00 a.m.  to 3:00 p.m. There will be food, vendors, crafts, and outside inflatables for the children (if the weather permits).

F.U.E.L. is a food subsidization program designed to feed children whose only food source may be the food they are receiving at school.  They are currently sponsoring 17  elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and we are looking for more churches to sponsor children.  If your church is interested please contact Denise M. Skidmore, President F.U.E.L. Ministry at 931-624-3181

For more information about this fundraiser contact the Clarksville Association of Realtors at 931-552-3567.  

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BBQ, fundraiser, auction to benefit local hunger, shelter programs

By Debbie Boen | September 13, 2007 |

St. Bethlehem United Methodist Church is holding a day-long fundraiser on Saturday, September 29, to benefit F.U.E.L., Helping Hands, and A Room at the Inn, three programs with mission of providing food to local children, food for the homeless, and other services.

The day’s events begin with a breakfast, and continue with a flea market, an auction at 1 p.m., and a country store marketing baked goods, canned goods, cookbooks and more.

A carnival with plenty of inflatables and bouncy things will provide plenty for children of all ages to do and a BBQ dinner will be served from 4-6 p.m. for just $7 per person. A talent show will be held during the BBQ.

The church is located at the corner of Rossview Road and Russellville Pike.

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