The Potter's Hands

What does The Potter's Hands do?

The Potter’s Hands is a ministry specifically centered around meeting the tangible needs of families in Western New York. With our warehouse of gently used furniture and household items, Potter’s Hands helps those that need it most. To do this, we partner with local agencies and churches all over our region. Our desire is to be the hands and feet of Jesus by loving and assisting our neighbors.
 

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How Can I Get Help?
 

We understand many families in our community are facing difficult life circumstances. That is why we are available to help men, women, and children work to establish a place to call home. In order to receive help from The Potter’s Hands, we ask that you submit an application and either:

• Contact a local church near you as we request each applicant be accompanied by a church leader or representative. If you do not know of a church near you, please send a message or call 716-222-0791 and we will help you find one.

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• If working with a community agency, have your caseworker reach out to us directly (send a message)  or call 716-222-0791 .

 

ONLINE HOUSEHOLD NEEDS REQUEST

How Can I Volunteer?
 

We have two main areas for volunteer opportunities- donation pickups/ deliveries and in our warehouse. Each area can accommodate a single interested person all the way up to small groups. We do not require a minimum time commitment- people can serve as frequent or infrequent as they would like. The jobs available range from physical labor to administrative work to customer service. It is our hope that the Potter’s Hands ministry becomes a place where you feel supported serving within your unique gifting!

Requirements: 

Must be able to lift heavy furniture ranging from 20 to 100lbs. Also must be willing to pray and share the hope of Jesus with families.

Furniture Deliveries

- Volunteers are scheduled one Saturday a month

- 9am - 12pm or 12pm - 3pm

Donation Pickups

- Usually scheduled during the week, in the morning

- Mainly Wednesday but can be Monday or Tuesday as well

WAREHOUSE

What: Clean & organize the warehouse. Meet with families to help them find what they need in the warehouse. Pray and share the hope of Jesus with families.

Days: Call to discuss (716-222-0791)

Requirements: No weight lifting requirements, but must be capable of doing hands-on tasks. Must be comfortable praying and sharing the gospel with families.
 

Sign Up

 

• Children’s toys
• China cabinets
• Clothing
• Dishwashers (unless it is portable)
• Electronics
• Food
• Holiday Items
• Large Desks
• Large Entertainment centers
• Nic-Nacs
• Televisions
  
  Request a Donation Pickup