The Refuge Closet at Fairview Baptist Church is a local charitable clothing and basic-needs ministry serving families in Lowndes County, children involved with Child Protective Services, and social workers assisting families. The ministry explicitly accepts new undergarments, hygiene items, clothing and shoes in excellent condition, diapers, wipes and other baby items, car seats, pack-n-plays, and toddler beds.

This is a specialized donation resource and should not be treated as a general household-goods center. Donations are used to fill specific family requests and are gathered, packed, and delivered by volunteers. Estate donors should limit contributions to the categories the ministry identifies and confirm current needs before bringing baby equipment, clothing, or other goods.

For an executor, administrator, or family sorting estate property, this can be a useful targeted donation option when the listed goods are still usable but no longer needed by the estate. Do not assume the organization accepts every household item or an entire estate load. Confirm current condition standards, quantity limits, drop-off or pickup procedures, and whether bulky, unusual, or estate-sized donations can be accommodated before moving property.

Save a trip! Call first to confirm hours and that they are accepting what you’re bringing.