Good Samaritan History
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The Story of The Good Samaritan is found in the book of Luke 10: 25-37. Jesus uses a compassionate Samaritan to teach the meaning of being a "neighbor" and the importance of showing self-giving love to anyone in need, even those considered "others" or enemies. The Good Samaritan of Tullahoma is derived from this Biblical parable.
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Good Samaritan of Tullahoma and its programs began over fifty year ago, formally known as The School Guidance Council overseen by a group of caring people who had concern for the less fortunate. As volunteers, they worked to reach out, and after all these years we continue that tradition.
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As such, the Ministerial group made up of some far-sighted pastor's saw the need for a more organized effort and began to make some needed changes to the work already being done.
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The first step was to become a chartered orrganaziton. We became chartered in 1985 as a non-profit 501 (c) (3) Charitable Organization, as a way for churches of all denominations, local businesses and citizens to have a centralized location to provide assistance to those in our community in crisis situations.
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Formally know as the Tullahoma Funeral Home, The Good Samaritan currently calls this our home. Located at 210 E. Grundy St. Tullahoma TN 37388
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Good Samaritan Mission Statement
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We are invested in seeing lives improved by providing resources and information for; household management, employment opportunities, educational and counseling programs. We try to connect clients with social services agencies to help with special or specific needs.
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We offer relief aid in crisis situations- this aid may be food for a hungry family, clothing for a fire victims, or help in paying a utility bill.
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Good Samaritan Vision Statement
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The future of The Good Samaritan of Tullahoma requires us to go beyond our current accomplishments, and look to improve our abilities to support our clients. This means we must continue to serve those in need but, also to recognize as Tullahoma continues to grow we need to have the ability to meet future demands. We will form new partnerships, expand and support other non-profit organizations, and make critical decisions that are key to our success. Most importantly, we will focus on working together, in order to help those in need have a better, fuller life.
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Good Samaritan Adminstrative Staff
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Executive Director
Cindy Kinney
Assistant Director
Donna Baker
Thrift Store Manager
Faye Stacey
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