Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Partners During Life's Challenges
We offer both short-term solutions and long-term strategies
to help people rise out of poverty.
Poverty Affects People in Every ZIP Code
Need exists in every neighborhood. But the truth is, we don't always recognize the face of poverty.
More than 10 percent of Gage County residents live below the federal poverty line, which means they often struggle to meet and sustain basic needs such as food, clothing and paying monthly utility bills.
Help and Hope to Those in Need
We strive to alleviate both the obvious and the subtle impact of poverty. Our short-term solutions provide assistance for those in need of immediate help, and our long-term strategies help families put a plan in place to break the intergenerational cycle of poverty.
How We Help Overcome Poverty
Material Assistance | Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-3 p.m.
No one should have to choose between heating their home during the frigid winter months and putting food on the table, and yet, sadly, many are forced to make that very choice. That's why we are grateful to work with Black Hills Energy to offer utility assistance via HeatShare funds. Learn more about HeatShare.
We also provide clothing vouchers, as well as household goods such as pans, dishware and bedding.
Pathway of Hope
The goal of Pathway of Hope is to guide families with children 18 years and younger to a place of stability in order to ultimately break the intergenerational cycle of poverty. We offer strengths-based casework, providing services such as:
- financial counseling and planning
- goal setting with manageable action steps
- job training, referrals and employment assistance
- assistance with securing housing and childcare
- emotional and spiritual support
Pathway of Hope works with people where they are, offering practical guidance to help families overcome obstacles and achieve their big-picture goals, one step at a time.
Seasonal Assistance
We provide Christmas food baskets as well as books, stocking stuffer toys, and hand-knit scarves, mittens and hats to families with children. In addition, we partner with a local agency to provide larger gifts and toys, ensuring there will always be smiles, excitement and delight on Christmas morning. Local businesses and families also participate in our Adopt-a-Family program to provide gifts for families in need during the holiday season.
Food Programs
We offer a number of food programs, including a pantry, a mobile food distribution program and a monthly produce giveaway. Learn more.
