Hoosiers pride themselves on taking care of each other and their communities. But knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Whether you’re looking to donate your time and resources or you’re in need of support, these organizations might be a perfect fit.
General Needs
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF EVANSVILLE
Regardless of faith or economic standing, this social service agency provides hope and help through jobs, clothing, food, counseling, and other support necessities. 610 E. Walnut St.,
Ste. 220-A, Evansville, 812-423-5456, ccevansville.org
COVID-19 CRISIS RESPONSE FUND OF THE GREATER EVANSVILLE REGION
Donations go directly to organizations serving residents in Gibson, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Warrick counties for the purpose of relief, recovery, or restoration during the current crisis. Unused funds will establish an additional community crisis fund. 318 Main St., Ste. 504, Evansville, 812-421-7476, unitedwayswi.org
EVANSVILLE RESCUE MISSION
This privately funded 501(c)(3) organization provides shelter, food, hygiene, and counsel for the area’s homeless population. 500 E. Walnut St., Evansville, 812-421-3800, evansvillerescuemission.org
FAMILY MATTERS OF POSEY COUNTY
This resource center helps strengthen families in need through assistance, education, and support. 716 Locust St., Mt. Vernon, 812-838-6875, poseycountyfamilies.org
HENDERSON CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Contributions to the fund assist Henderson County residents
with utility bills, rent, emergency medicine, food, and other urgent needs. 700 N. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-5592, facebook.com/hccoutreach
RED CROSS – INDIANA REGION
Founded in 1881, the humanitarian network of volunteers provides relief for victims of crisis and disaster. 29 S. Stockwell Rd., Evansville, 812-471-7200, redcross.org/local/Indiana
UNITED CARING SERVICES
This nonprofit aides the area’s homeless/near-homeless population with emergency shelter, food, and help in building a positive support system as they work toward independence. 324 N.W. 6th St., Evansville, 812-426-9960, unitedcaringservices.org
Food Related
FEED EVANSVILLE
Collaborating with community organizations, this task force fights food insecurity by supplying meals to individuals and families in need. In addition, grocery service is available for purchase. facebook.com/feedevv
MEALS ON WHEELS OF EVANSVILLE
These nutritional meals are delivered to local residents who
may find themselves unable to attain food due to age, illness, or disability. 3700 Bellemeade Ave., #113, Evansville, 812-476-6521, mealsonwheelsofevansville.org
NEWBURGH AREA FOOD PANTRY
Serving more than 130 families a month, this alliance of churches not only feeds those in need, but also offers a variety of household items, paper goods, and personal-hygiene products. 625 Frame Rd., Newburgh, 812-490-4040, newburghpantry.org
TRI-STATE FOOD BANK
Every year, more than 8 million pounds of donated food fills a of collection pantries and programs in 33 counties. 801 E. Michigan St., Evansville, 812-425-0775, tristatefoodbank.org
Pet Related
IT TAKES A VILLAGE NO-KILL RESCUE
As the first no-kill shelter in Evansville, donations from individuals throughout the community have helped rescue 5600 homeless animals since its inception in 2010. 1417 N. Stockwell Rd., 812-909-1306, Evansville, itvrescue.org
PETS FOR VETS
Even the toughest among us need a little help sometimes. Shelter animals are adopted, trained, and homed with vets who may need a positive companion. 812-454-1585, petsforvets.com/southwest-indiana
VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY
Since 1957, protection of and intervention in care and health for pets, as well as securing loving homes, has been its mission. 400 Millner Industrial Dr., Evansville, 812-426-2563, vhslifesaver.org
