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Dickinson County Outreach Center
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
TJ Thayer
EMAIL
[e-mail]
PHONE
712-336-1112
The Dickinson County Outreach Center builds stronger communities by
addressing the effects of poverty on individuals and families in Dickinson
County. Their programs and services include weatherization assistance
and supplemental help for winter heating bills, a partnership with
Elderbridge Agency on Aging to assist eligible applicants age 60 and over
with chores, an emergency food pantry and food shelf to assist eligible
families with food, and client advocacy and referral services. They also
provide an online directory of resources in Dickinson County.
The Dickinson County Outreach Center is affiliated with Upper Des Moines
Opportunity, Inc.
OFFICE ADDRESS
1575 18th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
TYPE OF WORK
Community Based, Food Pantry, Housing
Assistance/Shelter
COUNTIES
Dickinson
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HOW TO HELP
Iowans can support the work of the Dickinson County Outreach Center by
volunteering, raising awareness, and making in-kind or monetary
donations. Volunteer opportunities include advocacy, direct interaction with
families, support for special events and projects, and working alongside
staff at the food pantry. Iowans are encouraged to contact them directly
for more information about volunteering and donations, or to invite a
representative of the center to visit their church or community group.