From the Neighborhood to the Nations

Jesus commands us to help those in need.  He said it was one of the ways others would know that we were His followers.

Thrift Store

The Sparrow's Nest is not only a store, it's a place where people come to say hello, get a hug or a shoulder to cry on and share prayer requests.  The generous donations are sorted daily for sale in the store, given to community members in need or given to local and international mission groups.  We are always looking for volunteers and bring along your smile.  The Thrift Store is open Monday - Friday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Contact The Thrift Store - 941-258-3235

Bike Ministry

Our bike ministry repairs hundreds of bikes a year.  Bikes are given to our homeless friends, migrant workers, senior adults and children (for Christmas and as incentives for improved performance in school).  The Bike Ministry is open on Wednesday only, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  We work on the first come, first serve basis because there is such a need.  It takes us all week to get ready for Wednesday morning.

Contact The Bike Ministry -  941-625-3039

S.T.A.I.R.

Start The Adventure In Reading (S.T.A.I.R.) is an after school tutorial reading program for second graders.  S.T.A.I.R. volunteers, tutor to the children on Tuesdays and Thursday during the school year and is always looking for tutors.

Food Pantry

Edgewater's Food Pantry is open each Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for temporary/emergency food assistance.  We try to help those that find themselves in a bind because of the economy and/or loss of a job.  Many, many people depend on our pantry to help them feed their family.  Edgewater works along with the Harry Chapin Food Bank and that allows us to help you through this tough time.  You will need a Charlotte County picture identificatiion when you visit our pantry and are eligible one time per month to stop by for food.

Detailed brochures are available in the lobby.