August Drive for CHATT Foundation

The Basilica is collecting items in August for the needy who the services of the CHATT Foundation, formerly known as the Chattanooga Community Kitchen. What began as a soup kitchen has become the largest homeless service provider in Hamilton County! Besides feeding the homeless, the Foundation provides clothing, showers, laundry services, emergency shelter beds, a family shelter at the Maclellan Shelter, and job skills training, among many other services.  

AUGUST NEEDS

In August, we are collecting for the following needs:  

• Sugar, canned veggies, coffee creamer, kids' snacks, 
• disposable dishes and napkins, paper towels, cleaning supplies, deodorant, laundry detergent, trash bags, 
• ponchos, socks, underwear, blankets, backpacks/bags, tarps, and strollers.

Please only drop off items that are on the list. Do not drop off expired food. 

Donations may be dropped off in the Basilica vestibule at the designated location. 
Donations will be accepted through August 31.