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Supplies food to individuals and families up to 3 times in a 6 month interval, or 6 times a year. Enough food is provided to subsidize meals for 10 days according to the family size.

Canned and non-perishable foods are given from supplies on hand, and vouchers may be given: $40.00 for one person and up to $52.00 for 5 and above people.

Currently, customers are asked to drive up to the window to be served. Volunteers can assist with loading items into the vehicle, if needed.

Offers a free and confidential crisis line for veterans. Can also help with local suicide prevention coordinators, who can connect veterans to ongoing counseling and services in their area.

Serves children ages 5-14 by matching them with a caring, positive adult role model. The child and mentor meet in the community and spend time doing different activities they both enjoy and/or interact on any video conferencing platform that is not observable by BBBS. The participants commit to meeting for a minimum of 4 hours in 2-4 outings per month for a minimum of 12 months.

Can also work with the various school districts within the 5 county service area if there are children in the district that would like a Big Brother or Sister. 

Offers in-home respite services occasionally or on a regular basis.

Offers free legal advice to the victims of the April 26 and May 21, 2024 severe storms who are experiencing legal problems due to the storms. Legal problems may include issues such as: FEMA denials, problems with insurance, landlord/tenant issues, unemployment benefits or denials, employment issues, contractor issues and identity theft. After calling 1-866-761-4692, callers will be connected to the Hotline voicemail. Callers should leave their name, phone number, brief description of their legal problem, and whether the issue is urgent. Callers will receive a call back from an experienced Iowa Legal Aid staff member to go through a screening. Callers who meet Iowa Legal Aid’s guidelines will be connected with an Iowa Legal Aid attorney.

Provides assistance to veterans and their dependents in applying for federal benefits, including compensation or pension claims, and benefits available through federal, state, or local laws. Will also help veterans with assistance for rent/mortgage, food card, and a one-time emergency shutoff notice for utilities.

Also provides transportation to VA medical facilities, VA Compensation and Pension exams, and local medical appointments.

The cemetery serves the veteran population throughout the state and around the country, as there is no state residency requirement to be interred in the cemetery.

Provides education and support services to people affected by lupus. Collaborates with experts to provide information, programs, and resources to help people navigate every step of the journey with lupus.

Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly (SELF) is a free online self-management program designed to help people with lupus live their best life. SELF is tailored to support people with lupus in managing symptoms, stress, medications, and working with their healthcare team.

National Resource Center on Lupus offers a collection of up-to-date resources and information on lupus. The Resource Center educates, empowers, and connects people to lupus resources, programs, and support services.

Health Education Specialists are available to answer questions and provide caring support to people with lupus. Health education specialists are specially trained to provide people affected by lupus with non-medical counseling, disease education, information, and helpful resources. Bilingual (Spanish) health educators are also available.

The Expert Series is an educational podcast that features empowering conversations with leading lupus experts that focus on helping people live well with lupus.

LupusConnect is an online community where people affected by lupus can engage with others to share experiences, find emotional support and discuss practical ways to live and cope with the disease.

Take Charge is a weekly education email series designed to give people with lupus, including those recently diagnosed, tips and resources that can help them better manage their lupus and its everyday challenges.

Lupus and You: Answers. Advocacy. Action. is a free educational series where people with lupus, their family, and friends have the opportunity to learn about the latest in lupus research and helpful resources for managing the disease and hear about ways to engage in advocacy and awareness efforts.

Local Support and Programs – There are opportunities to engage locally and participate in education events and support groups dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by lupus. On-the-ground experts can help find resources, and support groups, and offer ways to get involved in the fight to end lupus.

Families with children 3 and under can receive a full box of diapers/pull-ups every 30-days. Individuals that may need adult diapers may qualify as well.

Publishes a comprehensive list of health care providers, facilities, and clinics that offer to have free ultrasounds performed by a person at least as qualified as a registered nurse.

Provides supports and resources to help resolve an immediate behavioral health crisis in the least restrictive environment, with the goal of avoiding an Emergency Protective Custody Hold or inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.

Disaster preparedness and mitigation services.

Provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children.

TANF provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses other than medical.

Transitional services are also available to help families become independent, such as GED preparation, vocational training, job retention programs, etc.

Offers to help individuals develop abilities and skills to be successful in roles within their chosen living, learning and social environments.

Provides funds for other local organizations.

Offers people experiencing a mental health episode an alternative to hospitalization. Services include crisis support, stress relief, coping skills training,  and community resource referrals.

Provides medical and cash assistance for customers who are 65 years of age or older, blind, or disabled. Also includes the QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) program which provides payment of Medicare premiums and some Medicare co-payments.

The online application is called "Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE)."  When applying, the state will determine the applicant's eligibility for this AABD, as well as SNAP and medical assistance (Medicaid).