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Hearts with Hands and Venture of Faith Camp Open American Red Cross Emergency Shelter for Residents Impacted by Pineland Road Fire

Lake Park, GA, April 22, 2026: 12:00 PM EST. || In response to the wildfire, Hearts with Hands, in partnership with sister ministry Venture of Faith Camp, announces the opening of an American Red Cross emergency shelter for residents affected by the Pineland Road Fire in Echols County, Georgia. The shelter has been established in coordination with Echols County Emergency Management and local officials to provide a safe place for evacuees and those who no longer feel secure remaining in their homes.

The emergency shelter is located at:

Venture of Faith Camp
1309 GA Highway 135 S
Lake Park, GA 31636

Residents who have been evacuated or who feel unsafe due to wildfire conditions are encouraged to seek refuge at the shelter.

Individuals and families are asked to bring the following items if possible:

Medications
Important documents
Clothing and personal items
Bedding and pillows
Items for children, including formula, diapers, and comfort items

Pets are welcome; however, they will be housed separately.

“Hearts with Hands is committed to standing alongside communities in crisis,” said Greg Lentz, Executive Director for both Hearts with Hands and Venture of Faith Camp. “We are grateful to partner with Venture of Faith Camp, the American Red Cross, and local emergency officials to provide safety, shelter, and support during this emergency.”

Residents are urged to stay alert, follow instructions from local emergency management officials, and continue monitoring official channels for updates regarding the Pineland Road Fire.

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MOST NEEDED
Updated 10/1/25

Cleaning Supplies (Sponges & Window Cleaner especially)
New Sheets, Pillows and Towels
Manual Can Openers
Laundry Detergent
Dish Soap
Shampoo
Brooms & Mops
Canned Foods
Snack Foods
Rice, Mac & Cheese, and Ramen
Women's Deodorant

Important Notice: Donation Drop-Off Appointment Required

We are deeply grateful for the generous support we continue to receive from our community at WNC! Due to the overwhelming number of in-kind donations, we kindly ask that all donation drop-offs be scheduled with a confirmed appointment. You can email info@heartswithhands.org and we will get back with you when an appointment time is available. Please note that we can no longer accept donations without an appointment. Unannounced visits will not be accommodated, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you for your continued generosity and support. We look forward to working together to make a difference!