Other ways to give:

• Clothing Donations Welcome

  FOCUS Ministries accepts gently used women’s clothing to support the women in our program. While we appreciate all donations, our greatest need is for sizes Large and up and size 8 and up.

  📍 Donations may be brought to the Freedom House (1414 E. Emory Road) on Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

  If you need to schedule another time, please call 865-694-3837.

  Thank you for helping us provide for the women we serve!

• Household Needs at FOCUS Ministries

  We are always in need of household supplies to keep the house running smoothly.

  We love donations of:

  • Toilet paper

  • Paper towels

  • Cleaning supplies

  • Laundry detergent

  • And other everyday household necessities

  These simple items make a big difference in helping us create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for the women we serve. Thank you for supporting FOCUS Ministries in such practical ways!

• Help Us Welcome New Students Home

  At FOCUS Ministries, each woman who joins our program receives a Welcome Home Basket filled with essentials and comfort items to help her settle in on her first day. These baskets are a tangible way to show love, encouragement, and support as our students begin their journey of recovery and reentry.

  We are currently accepting donations of new items for these baskets, including:

  • Personal Care Items: Lotion, shampoo (not VO5), deodorant, sensitive skin face wash, toothbrush & toothpaste, mouthwash, body wash, chapstick, tweezers, nail clippers, band-aids, hand sanitizer, tampons/pads.

  • Hair & Beauty: Comb, brush, ponytail holders, claw clips.

  • Laundry & Bath: Mesh/plastic laundry basket, detergent (pods or liquid), hangers, bath towels (3), washcloths (5), shower caddy.

  • Daily Needs: Envelopes, stamps, calendar, pens, journal or notebook, planner, Kleenex, toilet paper.

  • Extras that Encourage: Gum/mints, comfort items (soft blanket, fuzzy socks, etc.), wireless earbuds (Five Below), refillable water bottle, gift cards (Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Arby’s, Wendy’s, Cook Out).

  Every item you donate helps remind our students they are not alone and that their community is cheering them on.

  If you’d like to contribute, please contact us at 865-694-3837