Crawford County Community Health removes barriers and supports access to resources and services, fosters community relationships, and is a trusted leader in promoting health and well-being.

Food pantry in Creston, Iowa open the 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month and the following Friday’s proceeding.

CROSS Outreach helps families “stay housed” by assisting with rent, deposits, and utility bills. Assistance is limited to once in a 12 month period. Assistance is not guaranteed but will be determined on an individual basis.

CROSS also assists with an array of basic needs including personal hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, bus tokens or passes, and vouchers for the laundromat. Assistance is limited to once in a three month period.

Dallas Center Library Community Fridge.

Community Fridge at Dexter Calvary Church.

Community Fridge at Granger Public Library.

Minburn Public Library Community Fridge.

Perry Public Library, Dallas County Community Fridge.

Community Fridge located at Redfield City Hall in the Community Room. Walk in and help yourself to what you need, no appointment necessary.

Community Fridge located at the Woodward Library.

Community Fridge at New Opportunities in Perry, Iowa.

General Relief provides temporary assistance with basic and special needs. The program serves individuals and families who are at risk due to a temporary crisis and/or a mental or physical disability.

Typically the program may only be used once per calendar year. If already used within the year, an individual can obtain a Notice of Decision declination letter from General Relief and a list of community resources which may be able to assist with the individual’s need.

The Dallas County Health Department serves the citizens of Dallas County and is governed by the Dallas County Board of Health. Our programs and services, implemented in collaboration with State, Federal and private partners, touch the lives of all Dallas County residents. We’re here to help, because your health matters!

DART Transportation services and resources to support those who vanpool, walk, or bike. DART operates a family of transportation services in the Greater Des Moines region that connect people to jobs, medical appointments, shopping, entertainment and more.

The mission of Des Moines County Public Health is to improve, protect and promote the health, the environment and well being of residents of Des Moines County.

The Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency (DMMHA) provides Public Housing rental units for low-income qualified families and administers the Section 8 rental assistance program for Polk County.  These programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing And Urban Development (HUD).

The Greater Des Moines Recreational Activity Scholarship Program is a discount program for families to receive 50-75% off recreational activities offered through Des Moines Parks and Recreation. This program is in partnership with IMPACT.

The Youth Recreational Scholarship Program is a partnership between Des Moines Public Schools and Des Moines Parks and Recreation seeks to expand youth services in the community and have all students involved in an extracurricular activity by the time they complete fifth grade.   Students enrolled in Des Moines Public Schools, who qualify for free and reduced fees based on their household income, can opt-in to register for Parks and Recreation youth sports and group swim lessons for just $5.

Community refrigerators are open to anyone to take what they need to feed themselves and their family. Members of the local community stock the refrigerators and shelves with perishable and nonperishable items. The availability of items at the refrigerators change daily and throughout the day.

Disability Rights Iowa (DRI) is part of a national network of protection and advocacy systems established in the 1970s by the U.S. Congress to respond to repeated abuse and neglect of individuals with disabilities in large institutions. They are an independent, non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation funded through contributions, corporate and foundation funding, and grants from the Federal Government. They use federal funding to serve people with developmental disabilities, mental illnesses, and other disabilities. DRI advocates for the rights of Iowa citizens with disabilities regardless of the setting they live in.

DRI envisions a world in which individuals with disabilities and mental illness have equal access and opportunity to live, work, and learn in the most integrated settings. Each year, DRI allocates limited funding to designated areas of focus to capture the needs of as many Iowans with disabilities as possible. DRI looks to the community to provide insight into their needs and adjusts their Areas of Focus to reflect that.

This is a Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) food panty. People seeking assistance can visit one of the 14 DMARC food pantries to receive a three-day supply of food once per month. Pantry open hours vary. Please visit Find a Pantry – DMARC United for the most up-to-date schedules.

Located in Des Moines, this clinic operates under a No fee model. This means that it MAY NOT be free depending on your income. You will be required to prove financial need in order to receive free services or services at a reduced cost.

This is a health care center funded by the federal government. This means even if you have no insurance you can be covered. The center is also income based for those making an income.

This health center can cover services such as checkups, treatment, pregnancy care (where applicable), immunizations and child care (where applicable), prescription medicine and mental and substance abuse where applicable.

Serves families with children from birth to age three through Early Head Start. Serves children ages 3-4 through the Head Start program. Early Head Start home visiting program offers families a weekly, 90-minute visit which provides families with education and strategies to enhance learning at home.

The Drake Legal Clinic allows students the chance to gain practical experience by working with actual clients. The clinic also serves the community by helping those who might not otherwise have access to legal assistance.

Dress for Success Des Moines is a not-for-profit organization that offers services to help women enter the workforce and stay employed.