The Shopping Bag, Bethlehem Center of Nashville, Needs Volunteers

The Shopping Bag at Bethlehem Center on Charlotte Ave. was begun by a group of United Methodist Women in 1981 by collecting good used clothes, sorting and pricing them in the home of one of the women. Arrangements were made with United Methodist Neighborhood Center to use the basement under the Center building for a resale shop. A board of directors was to conduct the business of The Shopping Bag and there has been a functioning board up until the present time. The money has been donated to the Center for needed expenses.

The first years saw great growth and success. Donations were adequate and volunteers were young and enthusiastic. The only employee has been a woman to keep the shop clean, help with bringing in donations from the donor’s cars, pricing and stocking and other jobs as needed.

There are faithful volunteers who keep the shop open Tuesday through Saturday but more volunteers are needed. If you have time to give, call Barry Hatcher at (615) 373-8451.