St. Francis County CARE

02/24/2026

Neighbor in Need A Gentle Reminder About Court Attire Assistance!
If you have a scheduled court date and need clothing assistance, please do not wait until a few hours or minutes before your appearance to reach out. Arriving unprepared can leave the wrong impression with the judge.
If you call ahead and provide your court date and clothing sizes I can prepare items for you in advance. Please try to come at least the day before your scheduled court appearance so you have time to prepare properly.
Keep in mind......
We do not have the means to wash clothing on site.
Our items are donated and may need to be washed or pressed before wearing.
You do not need to wear Sunday or Easter attire but you should be clean neat and appropriate.
If you are unsure what is suitable for court please ask. I am happy to guide you.
I truly want to help you present your best self. Preparation matters. Please do not rush the process if you have not prepared ahead of time.✅ What IS appropriate

Men

Clean pants or khakis or dark jeans without holes

Collared shirt or neat plain shirt

Sweater or simple jacket

Closed-toe shoes or clean sneakers

Women

Blouse, sweater, or modest top

Pants, skirt, or simple dress

Clean shoes (flats, low heels, or neat sneakers)

Minimal distractions (avoid overly revealing clothing)

❌ What to avoid

Shorts

Pajamas or lounge wear

Clothing with offensive language or graphics

Dirty or wrinkled clothes

Flip flops or house shoes

Hats or sunglasses indoors (unless for medical/religious reasons)

Call 870 633 2273

02/24/2026

This Is What Emergency Assistance Can Look Like ... One of Many Ways!
Before my day officially begins this is how it starts.
Filling baskets with apples crackers and snacks. Preparing emergency packets. Setting out hygiene items. Getting ready for the men and women who will walk through our doors.
What does emergency assistance really look like?
It looks like someone recently released with nothing but the clothes they walked out in.
It looks like hunger pains so strong you hear the fast rip of a chip bag and see someone miss their mouth because they are trying to calm an aching stomach.
It looks like a temporary warm place to regroup.
It looks like toothpaste soap and dignity.
Some have committed crimes and paid their debt. The question becomes what now. If we do not create safe bridges back into society we cannot be surprised when desperation makes decisions for them. Sometimes I can offer a small task and a few dollars. It is temporary relief but it restores dignity. It benefits the center and it gives someone a moment of purpose.
Emergency assistance is not glamorous. It is simple. It is a snack to steady shaking hands. It is hygiene for someone carrying their life in a backpack. It is compassion with structure.
We serve all who truly need help. When we ask questions or deny certain items like backpacks it is not to be harsh. It is to protect resources for those who literally carry their homes on their backs. If you have housing we will gladly provide hygiene products but we must reserve certain supplies for the unhoused.
If you can assist by offering temporary work paying small wages or connecting returning citizens to opportunity please reach out. Supporting reentry is not just about them. It is about keeping our entire community safer and stronger.
“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink I was a stranger and you invited me in.” Matthew 25:35
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO DONATES!
This is how I ( or volunteers) start our mornings at 302 North Rosser. With love. With order. With purpose.

02/18/2026

Good morning neighbors! We will open at 11 am today!

02/16/2026

02/15/2026

02/12/2026

02/10/2026

Thank you all so much for your patience as I worked to resolve our computer issues.USDA distribution will begin tomorrow morning at 9:30 a.m. and continue until 2:30 p.m. Please come by and pick up your items , the same guidelines will apply.
I truly appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. And if you know of a good computer repair person, please let me know 😊... I’ve learned I may not be as good at fixing computers as I thought! Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Please be prepared to lift two bags, so plan accordingly.

02/09/2026

Good morning, Neighbors!
Computers are working and we will distribute until 2:00 pm today.

02/09/2026

Good morning neighbors ☀️
Due to unexpected technical difficulties, this morning’s food distribution will be pushed back. Unfortunately, our computer has stopped working, and I am unable to complete the required documentation without it.
I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Thank you for always supporting us and for your continued kindness.

02/09/2026

02/06/2026

USDA Food Distribution will begin Monday, February 9 at 9:30 AM. We will be closed Tuesday, February 10, and will resume again on Wednesday at the same time.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to every volunteer, supporter, and faithful servant who makes this possible. This work is truly a labor of love, and it continues because of people who give their time, their hands, and their hearts to serve others.
If you see these amazing neighbors today, please tell them thank you. Your kindness and encouragement matter more than you know.Love is not just something we say, love is an action word, and we see it lived out every day through service to our community.

02/06/2026

Good morning St. Francis County Neighbors!
Monthly Community Giveaway 🥔🍠
Sweet potatoes and Idaho potatoes are available today! Please come to the front and pick up one bag of each vegetable per family.
Let’s be good neighbors by taking only what you need so everyone has an opportunity to receive. Thank you for supporting and caring for our community ❤️.