Rock Island, IL - Christian Care, a local nonprofit charity that provides shelter and an array of services for homeless men and women and children experiencing domestic violence, will serve a free dinner on Easter Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at its rescue mission, 2209 3 rd Ave. in Rock Island. Volunteers from Bettendorf Christian Church will serve ham, scalloped potatoes, green bean casserole, a fruit salad, dessert and beverages.

Founded nearly 100 years ago in 1916, Christian Care operates the only rescue mission for homeless men and the only dedicated domestic violence shelter for women and children on the Illinois side of the Quad Cities. It serves homeless individuals, victims of domestic violence, veterans, men and women transitioning out of prison, and those struggling with mental illness. If you know of anyone who needs assistance, Christian Care's 24-hour crisis hotline is (309) 788-2273.

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