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1. How
long has ARM been in operations?
1.1 We
have been operating since November 1998.
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2. What
counties and/or areas do you provide
services and assistance to?
2.1 Bell, Clay, Estill,
Harlan, Leslie, Letcher, Owsley and Perry
in Kentucky. Our major thrust of
activities is in the Appalachian area,
however, we also provide assistance
throughout the United States to Native
Americans and other qualified recipients
through our approved distribution centers
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3. Services
& Assistance Provided by ARM include
3.1 We provide
services and assistance to qualified
families and individuals in the following
areas:
Distribution of:
- Monthly Food Boxes
- Household Articles
- Bulk Foods
- Quality Clothing
- Personal Hygiene Products
- School Supplies
3.2 Assistance
with:
- Minor Home Repairs
- Building Supplies
- Prescription Drugs
- Eye Glasses
- Utilities
- New Childrens Shoes
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4. Are
You a Non-Profit 501 (c)(3)
4.1 Yes, we are legally
recognized by the IRS as a non-profit
501(c)(3) organization. In the event that
you make a contribution, we will provide
tax-exempt donation receipts on request,
as set forth in applicable tax laws and
regulations. [view
IRS verification]
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5. Do
you accept drop-off donations?
5.1 For article donations,
please call: 1.800.348.7804
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6. What
type of donations do you accept?
6.1 We accept financial
donations, new clothing, new shoes,
canned goods, new school supplies, new
building supplies, automobiles, and
bicycles. Please contact us with
questions for items not listed.
1.800.348.7804.
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7. If
I am donating for Kentucky needs and
assistance, why is my financial
contribution being mailed to Mississippi?
7.1 Appalachian Region
Missions is registered in the State of
KY. The founder and also the Secretary
and Treasurer is located in Olive Branch,
Mississippi as is our centralized bank.
The Executive Director of day-to-day
operations for southeastern KY is located
in Harlan county KY.
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8. Can
I donate to a specific cause?
8.1 If
you have a particular program to which
you wish to make a donation, such as food
or clothing to children or the elderly,
or to Native Americans living on
reservations, you may so state in a note
with your donation. You will be provided
proof your request was honored.
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9. How
can I be assured that my support is being
used as I have requested?
9.1 ARM will be happy to
provide proof your request was honored.
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10. Do
you have a monthly newsletter?
10.1 Not at this time. We
are in the process of publishing a
quarterly newsletter. We will keep you
posted and let you know when this project
is complete!
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11. Do
you have a mailing list?
11.1 We are in the process
of implementing one. If you would like to
be added to our mailing list, please
contact us.
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12. Can
I mail in a financial contribution?
12.1 Yes, we accept
donations by mail. Please make your check
payable to:
Appalachian Region
Missions, Inc.
P.O. Box 33
Olive Branch, MS 38654
After we have received
your donation, we will mail you a receipt
acknowledging your donation.
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13. Can
I make a financial contribution online?
13.1 We are in the process
of establishing a safe and secure way of
acception online donations.
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14. If
I have questions to ask prior to making a
donation, who do I contact?
14.1 Begin by calling us
at: 1.800.348.7804 or at (901) 794.1971
or contact us by email at: jp@appalachianregionmissions.org
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15. I
am in need of assistance, where do I
begin?
15.1 Begin by calling us
at: 1.800.348.7804 or (901) 794.1971 or
contact us by email at: jp@appalachianregionmissions.org
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16. Is
there a process that I must go through in
order to obtain assistance?
16.1 Yes, there is a
screening process that all applicants are
required to complete in order to
determine appropriate eligibility.
Each application is considered on its
individual merits. We do not guarantee
any application will be accepted, nor do
we guarantee applicants will receive
assistance each and every month. We shall
do our best to adjust to the most urgent
needs of the communities we serve.
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17. If
my application is approved how long will
it take to receive assistance?
17.1 Emergency
services are available to residents in
Bell, Clay, Estill, Harlan, Leslie,
Letcher, Owsley and Perry in Kentucky.
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