18 Oct 2021

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)/Friendly House

By Steve Gottcent

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 18, 2021) — Friendly House participates in the federally-funded Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) by offering services to registered home child-care providers. Providers in Scott County can receive reimbursement for nutritious meals and snacks provided to children in their care.  Children cannot be charged an additional fee for any food served in these programs.

02 Dec 2020

Scott County Jail Bicycle Restoration Program Partners with Friendly House to Support Community Youth

By Steve Gottcent

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 2, 2020) — Santa Claus and the holiday season are coming a little early for some children in our community this year…

09 Aug 2019

Christian Care Receives Two Grants to Help Continue Key Programs

By Steve Gottcent

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (August 8, 2019) — People are in need in the Quad Cities. According to the River Bend Food Bank, 1 in 8 people in the local community don’t have access to enough food. And according to a June 2018 QC Times article, 38% of Scott County residents can’t afford basic needs, including medical care.

25 Jun 2019

Christian Care Adding More Beds to Offer More Care

By Steve Gottcent

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 24, 2019) — In 2018, it was reported that approximately 550 people were experiencing homelessness each night in the Quad Cities. Christian Care, similar to other shelters, works hard to provide adequate shelter, but also consistently sees more people in need of help. In response to this problem, Christian Care is adding a new dorm to their facility which will include 6 new beds for homeless men in the community.

06 Jun 2019

Christian Care Serves as Emergency Cooling Center

By Steve Gottcent

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 6, 2019) — Summer can be a harsh time in the Quad Cities for many in our community. As the temperature and heat-indices rise, many members of our community struggle to stay cool. Christian Care is dedicated to helping those who are less-fortunate by opening its doors as an Emergency Cooling Center when temperatures are 90 degrees and above (including heat index). Those needing assistance are welcome between the hours of 8AM-7PM, seven days a week. 

06 May 2019

- Christian Care Hosting Annual Trivia Night 05/31

By Steve Gottcent

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 6, 2019) — Christian Care is hosting its annual Trivia Night on Friday, May 31 at CASI (Center for Active Seniors) in Davenport. Come out to have a night of fun and help make a difference. All proceeds from this event will go back to help support our programs and services for people experiencing homelessness, including our shelter, community meal site, donation center, and more.

22 Jan 2019

Christian Care Receives Gifts to Provide Case Management Services

By Steve Gottcent

Rock Island, IL (January 22, 2019) — Christian Care, a homeless services provider in downtown Rock Island, recently received two important gifts from local trusts that will provide valuable resources to support their Case Management Services: $1,500 from the CD Winman Memorial Trust and $2,500 from the Mel McKay Trust.  These generous awards will support Christian Care’s Case Management Program, which provides help for residents of their shelter monitor progress across a wide spectrum of acti

29 Oct 2018

Christian Care honored with $20,000 award

By Steve Gottcent

Christian Care, a shelter for men experiencing homelessness in downtown Rock Island, was recently awarded a $20,000 grant from The Amy Helpenstell Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend.  This important award provides valuable support of key programs and services at Christian Care that help those struggling with homelessness and poverty in our community.

08 Oct 2018

Christian Care Receives Q2030 Grant From the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend

By Steve Gottcent

Rock Island, IL – Christian Care is honored to be awarded a Q2030 grant totaling $1570 from the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend.  The Community Foundation created the Q2030 grants to contribute to the Quad Cities’ vision of being a creative, connected, and globally recognized, prospering community in 2030.  In particular, the grant is designed to ensure our region offers great opportunities for everyone to thrive.

25 Sep 2018

Christian Care Receives Walmart Community Grant

By Steve Gottcent

Rock Island, IL – Christian Care is honored to be awarded a $1000 Walmart Community Grant, which will in turn be used to provide eyeglasses for their residents.  Walmart’s Community Grant program allows associates the opportunity to proudly support needs within their communities by supporting local organizations.  Christian Care is appreciative of the Moline Supercenter (#2231), which recommended Christian Care for this award.  Since 1916, Christian Care has

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