Iglesia Nueva Esperanza in partnership with HOPE for North Port invites you to bring help to those people of Puerto Rico who think they have lost everything. Operation Hope for Puerto Rico will be collecting needed items now through January 25th to fill a shipping container with overlooked supplies to be distributed to areas of Puerto Rico that are struggling to receive relief. On Saturday, January 25 from 8am to 5pm at 5600 South Biscayne Dr. items donated will be inventoried and loaded for shipment to Puerto Rico. They are currently accepting:   hygiene products (including all but not limited to), diapers for children and adults, baby wipes and baby care items, deodorant - toothpaste & toothbrush-soap-sunblock, air mattress - sleeping bag, blankets, camping tents - lighters  - camping equipment, solar lights and tarps.

Donation are being accepted on Monday and Fridays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturdays from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, and Sundays 7am-11 am. Individuals wishing to volunteer or having questions can contact Angela Berard at 941-525-4934 or development@hopefornp.org Spanish speaking individuals can contact Arquelio Ruiz at 941-587-2169. Organization is seeking to raise $15,000 to cover cost. More information is available at www.hopefornp.org/puertorico