The Ark Community Resource Center
Address
710 Highway 70
Pegram, TN 37143
(615) 457-1931
AKA:
Noah's Closet
Description:
Founded in 2001, The Ark works to bring together community resources to help neighbors in need in south Cheatham County. Services include a weekly food pantry, utility assistance, Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors, school supply giveaway in August, Christmas Angel Tree Program, summer FUEL program for kids, and Noah!s Closet resale shop which provides excellent clothing at very low prices.
Hours:
Assistance Program Hours: Mon Noon - 4:00 pm; Thrift store hours: Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Food Pantry Hours: Mon Noon - 4:00 pm (except 5th Mondays or major holidays)
Donations accepted Tue - Sat from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Intake Process:
The thrift store is open to anyone. For other programs, come on Monday between 12 Noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director. Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Program Fees:
Services are provided at no charge. There is a cost for items purchased in the thrift shop.
Eligibility:
People in need who live in south Cheatham County, primarily Pegram and Kingston Springs.
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
September 24, 2023
Wishlist:
Non-perishable food, new school supplies and backpacks, new toys and games for Christmas gifts, and clothing and household items in gently used condition. Please drop off donations Tue - Sat 10:00 - 3:30 pm. Agency cannot accept large appliances, large pieces of furniture, mattresses, and used electronics of any kind. Also cannot accept TVs, computer monitors, and printers.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Help is needed in the food pantry to distribute food; stock food pantry shelves; and pick up food from food drives, Second Harvest, and during postal food drive. Volunteers are also needed to work in the thrift shop for two hours per week or more and to deliver for Meals on Wheels.
Address Listings
Mailing
P.O. Box 224
Kingston Springs, TN 37082
Physical (Primary)
710 Highway 70
Pegram, TN 37143
Contacts
Mike Turpin
Agency Email
Melanie Smiley
Sinead Whitlow
Phone Numbers
Main
(615) 457-1931
Services
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Description
Non-perishable food, new school supplies and backpacks, new toys and games for Christmas gifts, and clothing and household items in gently used condition. We regret that we cannot take large appliances, large pieces of furniture, mattresses, and used electronics of any kind. We cannot accept TVs, computer monitors, and printers.
Hours
Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 3:30 pm. Please make an appointment to drop off donations.
Eligibility
Anyone may donate items to the Ark.
Fees
No fee. Donations are always welcome.
Intake Procedure
Please make an appointment to drop off donations.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Emergency utility assistance is provided as funds allow.
Hours
Mon 12 noon - 4:00 pm except for 5th Mondays and major holidays
Required Documents
Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Eligibility
People in need who live in south Cheatham County and have been in their homes for at least 6 months.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come on Monday between 12 noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Anyone who lives in south Cheatham County can receive food from The Ark Community Food Pantry.
Hours
Mon 12 noon - 4:00 pm except for 5th Mondays and major holidays
Required Documents
Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Eligibility
People in need who live in south Cheatham County, primarily Pegram and Kingston Springs.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come on Monday between 12 noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Required school supplies and a backpack are provided to students in kindergarten through high school.
Hours
Occurs at Pegram Community Park, generally the Saturday before school starts.
Required Documents
Parents must show proof of residency (government-issued ID, utility bill)
Eligibility
Children who live in south Cheatham County.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come to Pegram Community Park on the giveaway day. Call for details.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Emergency utility assistance is provided as funds allow.
Hours
Mon 12 noon - 4:00 pm except for 5th Mondays and major holidays
Required Documents
Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Eligibility
People in need who live in south Cheatham County and have been in their homes for at least 6 months.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come on Monday between 12 noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
The Meals on Wheels program provides 5 delicious meals a week to homebound individuals in south Cheatham County.
Hours
Monday Noon - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Eligibility
Homebound individuals in south Cheatham County.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come on Monday between 12 noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director.
Service Area
South Cheatham County
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Noah's Ark is a thrift store offering gently used clothing and small household items. Sales from the thrift store help to support the programs offered by the Ark.
Hours
Thrift store hours: Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Closed on bank holidays.
Required Documents
None required
Eligibility
Anyone may shop in the thrift store.
Fees
Cost per item varies.
Intake Procedure
Walk in
Service Area
Open to all
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Help is needed in the food pantry to distribute food; stock food pantry shelves; deliver food to homebound individuals; and pick up food from food drives, Second Harvest, and during postal food drive. Volunteers are also needed to work in the thrift shop for two hours per week or more and assist with Christmas and school supply giveaways.
Hours
The Ark and thrift store hours: Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; food pantry Mon 12 noon - 4:00 pm (except 5th Mondays and major holidays)
Eligibility
Any adult is welcome to volunteer.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Call or walk in if interested in volunteering.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Emergency utility assistance is provided as funds allow.
Hours
Mon 12 noon - 4:00 pm except for 5th Mondays and major holidays
Required Documents
Bring photo ID for each adult in the household, SS card or birth certificate for each minor, and proof of residency (mortgage statement or lease agreement).
Eligibility
People in need who live in south Cheatham County and have been in their homes for at least 6 months.
Fees
No fee.
Intake Procedure
Come on Monday between 12 noon and 4:00 pm or make an appointment with the executive director.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Cheatham County
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Cheatham County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
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