FedEx Donates “Undeliverables” to OGT Lincoln
Neil Anderson and Anthony Rodriguez from FedEx reached out to Jim Carter at Orphan Grain Train Lincoln to donate undeliverable packages such as dog food, brand new shoes and clothes, glassware and adult diapers. Thank you, FedEx!
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Mid-Atlantic Team of 25 Load for Republic of Georgia
Orphan Grain Train Mid-Atlantic Branch had a spectacular day to load a container for Republic of Georgia. Saturday, August 23rd was bright, sunny, clear, and cool – so unusual for a month that’s usually very hot and humid. Our truck arrived way ahead of time, allowing us to start by 8:30am, a full half hour…
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Wisconsin Sends an Abundant Load to Quemado
An abundant load of goods was sent once again to Cornerstone Children’s Ranch by Orphan Grain Train Wisconsin. Wisconsin volunteers loaded the truckload of 11,880 Kids Against Hunger/Food for Kidz meals, 12,054 pounds of dry food, 336 cases of water and clothing, linens, blankets and furniture. In addition, they packed in 137 pieces of either…
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Bicycles Shared for Shipments
On August 23rd, Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Aurora, Colorado collected and delivered 33 bicycles plus two bags of clothing to Orphan Grain Train in Castle Rock, Colorado. These bicycles will be a big hit in future overseas container shipments. Great job by Mount Olive’s congregation!
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OGT Lincoln Receives 66 Hand-Made Quilts
George and Anita Wochner from Faith Lutheran in York, Nebraska delivered 66 beautiful hand-made quilts to Orphan Grain Train Lincoln to warm the hearts and souls of God’s people. Thank you, George and Anita!
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Orphan Grain Train Phoenix Delivers Vital Medical Equipment to Southwest Lending Closet
Orphan Grain Train Phoenix delivered a load of medical equipment to Southwest Lending Closet in Avondale, AZ. There were walkers, bed rails, canes, shower chairs, and a manual wheelchair. All of these items are frequently requested by people recovering from surgery or elders needing extra support for mobility. Thank you, OGT-Phoenix volunteers for sharing these…
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Caring for Community
Norfolk Senior Networking Group toured Orphan Grain Train Servant Center last week. This is a group of people who work together to help seniors in our community. Thank you, for your passion and care for our elders and thank you for visiting our new OGT Servant Center here in Norfolk.
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Romanian Delegation Tours Orphan Grain Train Lincoln Warehouse
On August 14, 2025, Orphan Grain Train’s Lincoln warehouse volunteers welcomed a delegation of leaders from Romania with Friendship Force. Jim and Kathy Carter hosted the group, providing a tour of the warehouse and a presentation about OGT’s mission and outreach.
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Indiana Volunteers Serve Nearly 200 Years Combined
Orphan Grain Train – Indiana has a steadfast crew of volunteers that show up every week to sort, pack and do whatever else that needs to be done to complete the mission. The first two photos show the Thursday regular volunteers John, Sandy, Melba, Carol, Elaine (BR), Nellie (FR), Annis, Norma and Gene. / Mary,…
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