People Loving Nashville

People Loving Nashville is grounded in four pillars—Relief, Community, Connection, and Restoration—that guide our mission to bring purpose, peace, and rest to our unhoused neighbors and those newly housed. This month, we’re highlighting our Restoration program, which supports individuals after they receive housing, helping them build life skills, set goals, access jobs, and heal in mind, body, and soul. Our goal is to assist 15 people through this holistic journey, which takes an average of 12 weeks and $3,500 per participant. The truth is, lasting change happens when neighbors take responsibility for helping one another. Your support can directly change the trajectory of someone's life, giving them the chance to heal and thrive. Will you take that step today and help someone in need find peace, purpose, and restoration? https://lnkd.in/euN-DKUH

Watch the episode now on NPR Wpln Fm 90.3-Nashville Public Radio featuring People Loving Nashville’s Ryan Lampa, Council member Jacob Kupin and other community members as they discuss the vital relationship between our local communities and to our unhoused neighbors. You can now listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/e4gVGRNx This is an important conversation you won’t want to miss—whether you're passionate about community engagement, advocacy, or simply want to learn more about the efforts happening right here in Nashville.

📦 Where Can I Drop Off My Donations? 📦 Where can I drop off my donations? We have several convenient drop-off locations around Nashville for your donations to support our unhoused community. Here's where you can contribute. BATMAN - AT&T BUILDING: 333 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37201 Drop-off time frame: during building hours: 9:00 am - 4:20 pm FIVE DAUGHTERS BAKERY 12 SOUTH: 1110 Caruthers Ave, Nashville, TN 37204 EAST: 1900 Eastland Ave Suite #101, Nashville, TN 37206 FRANKLIN: 230 Franklin Rd 11 J, Franklin, TN 37064 Drop-off time frame: during store hours CHURCH AT WOODBINE: 29 Whitsett Rd. Nashville, TN 37210 Drop-off time frame: 24/7 availability. Please place items under the awning. For more information, visit our website. Please note: We no longer have drop-off locations at The Well Coffeehouse. For larger or bulk items, please contact info@peoplelovingnashville.com to see if we can take them at the time. For more details or to find out other ways you can help, please visit our website below: https://lnkd.in/e57ZcTt4 Your support makes a world of difference to our Nashville community. We can't thank you enough for your generosity! #Donate #SupportOurCommunity #NashvilleNonprofit #GiveBack

🍂 Preparing for Fall: Top 10 Essentials for Our Unhoused Neighbors 🍂 It may not feel like Fall just yet, but the night temperatures are already fluctuating. To support our unhoused community through this transition, we're collecting essential items that will help keep them warm and comfortable in preparation for Winter. Here's a list of the top 10 items we collect: 4-Person Tents  Sleeping Bags - Essential for staying warm and dry while resting. Darker Colored Tarps - Useful for covering belongings and creating makeshift shelters. Men's Boxers & Women's Underwear  Hoodies or Sweatshirts  Long Sleeve Shirts  Pants & Jeans  Jackets  Batteries - Handy for keeping essential devices operational. Pads & Tampons (other hygiene essentials- please see our website for a list of items) You can view and contribute to our Amazon Wishlist here for a convenient way to donate these items. https://lnkd.in/e5CDXpSN For more information on how you can get involved or to learn about other ways to support, please visit our website below. https://lnkd.in/e57ZcTt4 Your generosity helps ensure that everyone in our community stays warm and supported during this fall season! Thank you for your continued support and compassion. 🍁 #SupportOurCommunity #FallEssentials #NashvilleNonprofit #Donate #GiveBack

Our Monday Night gathering in August was jam-packed with activity! We brought out the popsicles every night to try and beat the heat. Thankfully, we were joined by the King of Pops Nashville last Monday to help ward off the ferocious heat. We celebrated the last few days of summer with a big block party with delicious burgers by Cledis Burgers & Beer Garden. Every week, we were joined by our fearless partners at Shower Up Nashville and The Laundry Stop! Their regular presence on Mondays has been invaluable for the community. Thank you to Capitol Christian Music Group for choosing to spend the last Monday in August with us on their volunteer day! We greatly appreciate your involvement! We sincerely appreciate the commitment and generosity of our amazing PLN community. Your ongoing support—through volunteering, donations, and prayers—has made a real impact this month: 2,733 Meals were prepared and delivered 2,597 Units of clothing were chosen and distributed 104 Connections to Resources were provided on Monday night. Thank you, each and every one of you, for all that you do! Here's to September!

"These are the days, these are the days These are the days we've been dreamin' of So don't look away 'cause these are the days These are the days; better get 'em while they come We thought we'd never see the sun through the dark skies But all the signs are sayin' it's lookin' up." These ARE the days. Here and now. These are the days. God is at hand in this place. It may not look shiny and fresh to some, but it is hallowed ground. War Memorial was our Paradise, and now this spot down by the river is becoming a deep well—a meeting ground for all to gather here and find rest. We would love for you to be a part of the PLN community. If you've ever considered joining us, Fall is the perfect time! Click the link below for more information.  https://lnkd.in/emjjqgF6

Life in pictures lately! It's been a beautiful year full of many faces, volunteers, and people gathered together every week. Thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, resources, and love. Interested in volunteering with us? September is the perfect time to get involved. We'd love to have you. For more details, click the link in our bio. We can't wait to see you! https://lnkd.in/emjjqgF6

"Systems change when people change, and people change when they feel truly cherished." Father Greg Boyle This truth highlights the profound power of love and kindness in transforming individuals and the world. We all have walls built from shame, regret, or past hurts—barriers that can make us feel isolated or unworthy. In heavy circumstances, people can sometimes feel barricaded behind a wall of shame or disgrace; the only way to break through is with extravagant tenderness. When we remind others and ourselves that God loves us deeply, we offer a sense of worth that can penetrate even the most fortified defenses. It's about the small, often overlooked moments of kindness. Those moments contribute to the larger change we wish to see. In our busy lives, it's easy to overlook these small interruptions or brush aside insignificant moments. However, it's crucial to recognize that these seemingly small interactions are actually opportunities to practice kindness. We can approach everyone with a spirit of extravagant kindness with each person we meet. Through genuine love and tender care, we can transform hearts and, in turn, slowly change the systems around us for the better. 💖✨

🌟 Here's a recap of our Monday Night Gathering from last week in photos! 🌟 We had an incredible time celebrating summer and loved some of these sweet moments from the night. Again, thanks to Cledis Burgers and DJ Daniel Ian Jones for making the night extra special for our neighbors. Not every day do you get to throw an epic block party for all 300+ of your neighbors! Isn't that what life should be about community gatherings, breaking bread, and figuring out life together? Swipe through to relive the fun and see some of our favorite highlights from the night! Check out our video for some added joy! https://lnkd.in/ege9_Kjq #SummerCelebration #MondayNightGathering #CledisBurgers #ChalkArt #PhotoBoothFun #communityjoy

We had an amazing time celebrating summer at our Monday Night Gathering! The evening was a hit, thanks to Love Cledis Burgers. They were delicious and a huge crowd-pleaser. 🍔 DJ Daniel Ian Jones kept the energy high with some awesome beats that made everyone get up and dance. The night was full of fun activities—bubbles floating through the air, kids and adults creating colorful sidewalk chalk art, and an interactive Photo Booth capturing all our best moments. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night extra special. We’re already looking forward to more great times together this fall! 🌟❤️ #SummerCelebration #MondayNightGathering #CledisBurgers #ChalkArt #PhotoBoothFun #CommunityJoy