2026 WNC Mountain State Fair Ministry

Needs List

Please bring all items to the Buncombe Baptist Resource Center by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 06, 2026.  Thank you for supporting the Fair Ministry!

HYGIENE KITS: Prepare 2 men’s kits for each woman’s kit made.  Please use clear two-gallon plastic bags.  Please mark “MALE” or “FEMALE”.  DO NOT put mouthwash or after-shave in the hygiene kits.  DO NOT use trial sizes.

• MEN’S KIT:  toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, washcloth, shampoo, deodorant, comb, men’s shaving cream and razors, hand lotion, Gospel message tract

• WOMEN’S KIT:  toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, washcloth, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, comb, hairbrush, women’s shaving cream and razors, hand lotion, Gospel message tract

“JESUS LOVES YOU” TEDDY BEARS: Call 828-252-1864 to obtain pattern.  Make bears, carefully following pattern instructions.  Do not use buttons, craft eyes or any small parts which may be removed and swallowed.

SALVATION BRACELETS: Color order of beads is black, red, white, blue, green, yellow. Use a clear bead to fasten bracelets. Please use black ¼ inch elastic to make the bracelet.  Cut each piece into a ten-inch length. To reserve beads and elastic you may call 828-252-1864. We have a limited amount of bracelet supplies available. Or you may purchase supplies online or at a craft store.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR BREAK TENT:

• 8- and 12-ounce Styrofoam cups
• Pre-sweetened lemonade
• Plastic silverware (forks and spoons only)

BIBLES: NEW Bibles (including new Bibles that you might have left over from VBS)

OTHER NEEDS FOR FAIR WORKERS: Blankets & Towels (full size, new or gently used)

MONETARY DONATIONS:  Make checks to Buncombe Baptist Association and designate for Fair Ministry.  Send to: Buncombe Baptist Resource Center, 227 Hazel Mill Road, Asheville, NC 28806.