Connections Church

*Bible-based church focusing on helping homeless people transition to stability *Helps homeless persons on Thursdays obtain Florida ID AFTER they have first visited the Kearney Center or ECHO for initial information *Clothing and prescription assistance when funds are available *Pastoral counseling at Kearney Center on Thursdays *Three free meals weekly for anyone in need: lunch on Wednesday after Bible study and breakfast Sunday before church services and lunch after *Free transportation to church from the Kearney Center and other designated locations at designated times; call for nearest location

Services: Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites, Faith Based Counseling, General Clothing Provision, Prescription Expense Assistance

ECHO, Emergency Resources Program

*SEE SEPARATE LISTING FOR HOUSING RENT ASSISTANCE *Daily assistance on a first come, first serve basis, resources include perishable and non-perishable groceries, professional clothing, toiletries, baby and adult diapers, infant/baby formula, kitchen wares and cleaning supplies/chemicals, and seasonal items such as blankets, heaters and fans; Item availability may vary as inventory is determined by donations from the community *Financial assessments and budgeting counseling; has "Getting Ahead" classes (call main number, ext 206 for application) *Furniture Bank of Tallahassee: Due to high demand and limited Tallahassee resources, This program is ONLY for formerly homeless individuals, families or veterans who are moving out of homelessness into transitional or permanent housing.

Services: Case/Care Management, Diapers, Food Pantries, Formula/Baby Food, Furniture, General Clothing Provision, Personal Financial Counseling, Personal/Grooming Supplies

Elder Care Services, EHEAP Program

5/9/2023: Has some funding, but due to staffing they are limited to processing three new applications per week, prioritizing people in crisis *Financial assistance for income eligible persons 60+ (living alone or with family) for cooling and heating bills (gas, electric, or propane), is paid directly to the utility provider *Program is for low income households *Applicants required to have service interruption notice from company and proof of income of all household members *Program periodically may have blankets, heaters, fans, and air conditioners available; donations of these items welcome

Services: Donated Specialty Items, Household Goods, Utility Service Payment Assistance

Good News Outreach, Elder Services Food Program

*Services for economically disadvantaged older adults ages 55+ living at home, particularly those whose families are unable to offer much assistance *Monthly food pantry and delivery service; pantry open on W&Th from 9AM-2PM; grocery delivery for home bound seniors who qualify on a case-by-case basis, friendly visits and/or phone calls for companionship and well-being checks, and help with light housekeeping on a case by case basis; elders get nutritional supplements, adult hygiene products — and when possible, reading glasses and necessary kitchen tools *Proof of Leon County residency is required ​

Services: Brown Bag Food Programs, Food Pantries, Friendly Outreach Programs, In Home Assistance, Personal/Grooming Supplies

Good Samaritan Network, Thrift Store

*Thrift store with donated gently used clothing, shoes, furniture, small and large appliances, household goods, furniture and other items *Selection varies according to donations, call if looking for something specific: particular appliance, household item or disability equipment *Accepting items in good condition, DO NOT ACCEPT televisions/computers/printers/copiers/small and large appliances not in good, working condition; furniture/mattresses/bedding not in good condition (dirty, mold/mildew, pet hairs, odors, non-treatable stains); clothing/linens (moldy, dirty/unlaundered, mildew, wet, pet hair, biohazard stains) *For food pantry hours, see Second Harvest of the Big Bend listing, using their website

Services: Thrift Shops

Goodwill Industries Big Bend, Retail, Electronics, Book Stores

*Stores offer used and recycled clothing, household items, furniture, small appliances and refurbished computers at discount prices *Used and recycled clothing paid for by the pound in Good Cents Store *Accept authorized vouchers for disaster relief *Retail locations Big Bend area: *300 Mabry St, 32304 *2309 Apalachee Pkwy, 32301 *2578 N Monroe St, 32303 *2729 Capital Circle, NE, 32308 *6810 Thomasville Rd, 32312 *2551 W Pensacola St, 32304 *Crawfordville, 2173 Crawfordville Hwy, 32327 *Quincy, 1503 W Jefferson St, 32351 *Perry, 2050 S Jefferson St, 32347 *15072 US Hwy 19 S, Thomasville, Ga 31792 *Good Cents Outlet: 300 Mabry St, 32304, clothing sold by the pound *Electronics sales/repairs: 2734 Capital Circle NE, 32308 *Book stores: 3111 Mahan Dr, 32308; 1943 Thomasville Rd, 32303

Services: Computer Distribution Programs, General Clothing Provision, Household Goods, Thrift Shops

Helping Hands For People

*Variety and Thrift store sells donated clothing and other items at low cost *Can provide free clothing and other items to anyone with a true need, such as homeless persons, disaster victims and other circumstances *For free items, must provide proof of income and either proof or description of situation causing need *Does not provide direct financial assistance for utilities, rent or any other situation

Services: Disaster Relief Services, General Clothing Provision, Thrift Shops

Living Harvest Sharing Center and Thrift Store, The

*Faith-based residential Christian substance abuse recovery program for men re-entering society from prison with a history of substance abuse; should apply 4-6 months before release *Residential program includes Christian spiritual counseling, 12 step recovery, case management, mental health counseling, anger management, life management, employment assistance, transportation assistance *Two thrift store locations open to the public, 10AM-5PM, M-Sa; Donations only accepted until 4PM 1.

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Thrift Shops

National Diaper Bank Network

*This agency does NOT supply diapers to callers so do not offer the referral to callers in need; it provides information as to what agencies offer diapers in various locations around the US and how a program may get started; the closest to the Big Bend is in Panama City *Without diapers, babies cannot participate in early childhood education programs; without child care, parents cannot go to work *Babies who remain too long in a soiled diaper are exposed to potential health risks *Most childcare centers, even free and subsidized facilities require parents to provide a day's supply of disposable diapers and cloth diapers are not accepted at the vast majority of child care centers *Many parents cannot go to work or school if they can't leave their babies at child care

Services: Diapers

Pregnancy Center of Gadsden County

*Offers free pregnancy testing and ultrasound; assists women in carrying pregnancy to full term *Faith-based program to assist women and men involved in planned and unplanned pregnancies *Pregnancy counseling, adoption information, abortion recovery, peer mentors *Maternity and baby clothes available, accept donations of clothing, baby furniture, baby necessities *Services available in Spanish

Services: Adoption Information/Referrals, Baby Clothing, Maternity Clothing, Pregnancy Counseling, Pregnancy Testing