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Once Stewart and Co. hit their goal, the truck will make its way to Charlotte carrying the goods that will be distributed through Elevation Outreach, a ministry of Elevation Church.
"Our thought process, too, is when the community is in need, what organizations should be the ones to lead that process? We just thought of our church. We go to Elevation Church, and they do a lot of good globally and within our community," Stewart said.
"They set the tone when it comes to what a church is supposed to be doing. Obviously, you have services, but the real message is being spread by the gift of service, actually serving others and the community, finding out what a person's needs are and helping in any way possible."
The fundraiser has so far totaled nearly $13,000 of the $35,000 goal. But beyond one truckload, Stewart hopes the spirit of giving leaves a lasting impact on the community.
"At the end of the day, who knows what's going to happen or what's going to be needed down the line," Stewart said. "Even if this thing lasts for a month or two months or however long, when it does end, we hope the act of kindness doesn't. You're now open to the fact that, hey, there are people out here that are always going to need assistance.
"We're all going to need assistance from someone at some point in time in life, so why not create the culture of giving now and let it just run the test of time?"
To join the Stewart and Smith families in donating to the drive, click here.