For several years now, a group of Christians in Pullman, WA have been offering free furniture to international students. What a great, practical ministry! So many international students arrive in town with just two or three suitcases from home, and Pullman does not offer very many options for purchasing used or inexpensive stuff.
Most internationals have very simple requirements for their household setup. Many of them are happy to put a mattress on the floor or eat at a coffee table. Still, it's a great witness to our friends to provide this service with free delivery to their apartment.
Throughout the year, a few volunteers with eagle eyes are on the lookout for discarded furnishings that might be useful for incoming students in the fall. It is surprising to see some of the lightly used items that are left behind in the springtime. Others donate used furniture directly to the joint ministry. One American on his way to Japan just donated an entire apartment full of stuff! The furniture is stored in a large garage, and as the fall semester begins, the inventory is sorted for the big day. This year, the big day is Saturday, August 27! International Students Inc. is excited to partner with other local believers to provide this ministry, because we all care about our international friends..
Most internationals have very simple requirements for their household setup. Many of them are happy to put a mattress on the floor or eat at a coffee table. Still, it's a great witness to our friends to provide this service with free delivery to their apartment.
Throughout the year, a few volunteers with eagle eyes are on the lookout for discarded furnishings that might be useful for incoming students in the fall. It is surprising to see some of the lightly used items that are left behind in the springtime. Others donate used furniture directly to the joint ministry. One American on his way to Japan just donated an entire apartment full of stuff! The furniture is stored in a large garage, and as the fall semester begins, the inventory is sorted for the big day. This year, the big day is Saturday, August 27! International Students Inc. is excited to partner with other local believers to provide this ministry, because we all care about our international friends..
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