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Caring Hands ministries uplifts and encourages neighbors
in need with a variety of support services.
Food Pantry
Altoona & Eastview Locations
Clients are eligible to be served at the Food Pantries once per month. The Altoona Food Pantry serves clients living in the Southeast Polk School District or within the city limits of Bondurant and Pleasant Hill. The Eastview Food Pantry serves clients living anywhere in Polk County. Clients are asked to bring a valid ID and piece of mail for proof of residency.
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Altoona Location Hours:
Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m.
The first four Saturdays each month from 9-11 a.m.
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Eastview Location Hours:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m.
Fridays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Our Daily Bread
Altoona Location
As a supplement to our regular food pantry, Our Daily Bread offers clients the opportunity to receive extra produce, canned goods, and bakery products once a week. The variety and quantity of food varies, depending on availability. Our Daily Bread is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Clothes Hanger
Altoona Location
With a valid ID, clients are eligible to shop
once per month at the Hanger. The Clothes Hanger is located at the Altoona campus and is open:
Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m.
The first four Saturdays each month from 9-11 a.m.
Adventure Life Church - Altoona
Simple Suppers
With the help of its partners, Caring Hands offers a free meal each month to its clients and their families. Enjoy a fresh cooked meal and fellowship with other members of the Caring Hands community. Simple Suppers are typically held the last Monday* of the month.
*On holidays an alternative date is selected.
Financial Aid
Altoona
Caring Hands can offer limited help with utilities or rent. Please fill out this application and call 515-967-4533 to schedule an appointment with the UpLift Coordinator.
If you want more information about Caring Hands' ministries, need to learn if you qualify for assistance, or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us.