Benevolence

Madison’s benevolence program began when the church was first established in1934, but the program was really set in motion in 1955 when a Benevolence Director was appointed.  In 2001, a building was dedicated to this program, and hundreds have been served by the center.  The Benevolence Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.  For more information or to volunteer in any these ministries, please call 860-3224.

Food Pantry

Madison is a Second Harvest Food Bank that serves residents of 37115 through its food program.  Members of the church help stock the food bank and prepare groceries for those in need.  The foodbank receives donations from members of Madison and is also supported by food drives conducted by Goodpasture Christian School and the Boy Scouts.

Clothing Room

Anyone who has clothing needs can come to the center for assistance. The clothing room accepts donations from church members and volunteers sort clothes and help those in need with their selections.

Meals on Wheels

A team of more than 60 volunteers work to provide about 35 meals a day, six days a week to residents within the community through the Meals on Wheels program.  Most of the people who receive this service live alone, don’t drive and live on a low income. Many are referred to the church by their family and others through health care providers.

Room in the Inn

From November 1 to April 1 each year, Madison helps host the homeless through the Room in the Inn, a volunteer nonprofit shelter program. One night a week, the church bus brings about 12 homeless people from downtown Nashville to Madison’s Benevolence Center for food, hospitality and shelter for the evening. After breakfast the following morning, they’re provided a sack lunch and given  transportation back downtown.

Furniture

TheBenevolence Center accepts donations of furniture from individuals in the church and community and then assists families in need by distributing these items. Volunteers help pick up, repair and deliver donated items.

Sewing

Two groups of volunteers sew and quilt for those in need. Some make baby gifts and Christmas gifts while others make lap robes for nursing home patients.
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