The Moberly community celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, July 7, announcing the opening of a new downtown business named Faith Bridge Foster and Adoptive Family Support located at 536 W. Reed St., according to a statement from press published by the Moberly Chamber of Commerce. .
Faith Bridge is a free store for foster children from birth to 18 years old. At Faith Bridge you will find items ranging from hygiene products to beds, suitcases and clothing. The items are donated to the center, where they are distributed to children and families who need help.
“When children are in care, they often have nothing of their own, so what we want to do is meet their basic needs and be a support system for the whole family. Said Faith Bridge Program Director Andie Jamerson.
Faith Bridge is a huge community effort with many businesses and organizations coming together to make this possible for these children and families, Jamerson added.
Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Megan Schmitt said “We are delighted to have this service in our community serving such a vulnerable population. We are also delighted that Faith Bridge is joining us as neighbors in our downtown area. ”
During the dedication ceremony, Susan Saine, director of children’s ministry at Moberly First Baptist Church, presented Faith Bridge with a check for $ 700 which children who attended holiday Bible school collected for their mission, especially for Faith Bridge. In addition to the monetary donation, the children present collected many items to give to the center.
Refreshments at the ceremony were provided by Adopted by Design Desserts and Dinner’s Ready.
Those interested in volunteering or wishing to make a donation, please contact Jamerson at [email protected]. The phone is 660-833-3144.
For more information on Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce services, call 263-6070.
