Church of the Ascension, in partnership with Catholic Charities, is collecting household items to help veterans establish apartments after transitioning out of MANA House.

The Matthew Community at Church of the Ascension will accept donated items Feb. 20-21 and Feb. 27-28 at the church, 16215 N. Fountain Hills Blvd.

MANA (Marines, Army, Navy and Air Force) House is a 49-bed transitional housing program for homeless veterans near downtown Phoenix.

The MANA staff works with veterans to overcome barriers while rebuilding their lives. They provide clean and safe living facilities and assist veterans to find employment, pursue education or complete the process to receive veterans’ benefits.

When the time comes for a veteran to care for himself, The Matthew Community provides the necessities of a basic household.

Suggested donations are kitchen supplies (pots, pans, flatware, dishes, and kitchen towels), bedding (twin size), bathrooms articles (towels, wash cloths, plastic shower curtains) and monetary gifts to purchase bus passes or other items.

Don’t give anything that you would not use. Mary or Jean can answer questions at 480-837-1066.