Pocahontas County Outreach
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
Cinda Joynt
EMAIL
cjoynt@udmo.com
The Pocahontas County Outreach Center builds stronger communities
by addressing the effects of poverty on individuals and families in
Pocahontas 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 Pocahontas County.
PHONE
712-335-3335
The Pocahontas County Outreach Center is affiliated with Upper Des
Moines Opportunity, Inc.
OFFICE ADDRESS
406 NW 7th Street
Pocahontas, IA 50574
HOW TO HELP
TYPE OF WORK
Community Based, Food Pantry, Housing
Assistance/Shelter
COUNTIES
Pocahontas
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Iowans can support the work of the Pocahontas 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.