Food pantry open access days:

• Tuesdays & Thursdays
• 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Food Pantry appointment days:

• Mondays & Wednesday

Required Materials:

• Valid form of Identification (for every member of household)
• Social Security Card (for every member of household)
  • Medical Cards accepted as substitute

Pathway of Hope:

This program serves at risk individuals or families living in Cass, Christian, Logan, Mason, Menard, Moultrie, Shcuyler, Shelby Counties. Those enrolled are guided through case management towards self sufficiency and stability.

Learn more by contacting...

• Rachel Oney
  • Office: 217-732-7890
  • Cell: 309-256-1615
  • Rachel.Oney@usc.salvationarmy.org
• Gwenda Sutton
  • Available every second and fourth Tuesday of the month...
    • From 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Mason City Public Library
    • From 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Havana Blue Sky East Office
  • Gwenda.Sutton@usc.salvationarmy.org

Grant Per Diem Transitional Housing Program:

This program is a bridge towards transitional housing for veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

If you are a veteran in need, please call the pre-screening line at 217-278-9897

For more information:

• 217-305-8023
• Steven.Bridges@usc.salvationarmy.org

Examples of Services Provided:

• Food Assistance
• Emergency Funding Support
• Hotel Vouchers / Shelter Assistance
• Case Management & Pastoral Care

Volunteer Opportunities: 

Become part of our team that gives relief to survivors of local fires, floods, or tornadoes. Help serve first responders, pray with those who are hurting, and take courses to grow your skills or preparedness.

Financial Services for Logan & Mason Counties:

• Illinois American Water (H2O program)
• Ameren Warm Neighbors program
• Rental/Mortgage Assistance

Office Hours for Financial Support:

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Required Materials:

• Valid Photo ID
• Social Security Card
• Proof of Income
• Copy of Utility Bill or Lease
• Other materials related to your crisis

Financial Services for Shelby & Christian Counties: 

• Transportation
  • Bus vouchers and gas cards
• Rental Assistance
  • Staff assistance with filling out applications for section 8 housing
• Utility Assistance
  • Accessed through case workers

Call 217-313-7577 for more information on Shelby & Christian county services

Christmas/Holiday Support:

• Adopt a Family/Angel Tree Christmas Presents
  • (For children under age 15)
• Holiday Food Vouchers

Easter Services:

• Food Basket Distribution

Back To School Supply Drive:

• Held every August

Summer Youth Camp:

• 6 -7 free camp scholarships available every summer
  • For kids between the ages of 7 - 17

Special Services

These are available based upon current funding and may be subject to changes throughout the year.

• Transportation
  • Gas cards
  • Minor repair assistance
  • Bus passes
• Education
  • GED Exams
  • CNA Course
• Employment
  • Photo IDs
  • Social security cards
  • Birth certificates
• Legal Fees
  • Filing Fees
  • No bonds or bail
• Mental Health/Personal Services
  • Short-term counseling resources
  • Drug tests
  • Partial payments towards outpatient programs

Pathway of Hope

Meet with our team to begin building skills to overcome challenges or hardships in your life.

We do this together with you by...

• Developing a personalized service plan with goals and assessments to measure your progress.
• Meeting weekly with a personal case manager to discuss your journey and learn how best to reach your own success.
• Using our services and programs to help meet your greatest needs. (food pantry, shelter support, financial assistance, etc.)
• Connecting with other public resources that can help ensure lasting success with your self sufficiency and stability.

Contact our offices to learn more or begin your Pathway to Hope!