Palo Alto County Outreach
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
Cinda Joynt
EMAIL
cjoynt@udmo.com
The Palo Alto County Outreach Center builds stronger communities by
addressing the effects of poverty on individuals and families in Palo
Alto 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 Palo Alto County.
PHONE
712-852-3482
The Palo Alto County Outreach Center is affiliated with Upper Des Moines
Opportunity, Inc.
OFFICE ADDRESS
2905 25th Street
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
HOW TO HELP
TYPE OF WORK
Community Based, Food Pantry, Housing
Assistance/Shelter
COUNTIES
Palo Alto
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Iowans can support the work of the Palo Alto 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.