Redbud Area Ministries

Redbud Area Ministries is an interdenominational and interracial ministry center started to organize the churches in the Buchanan and Galien School Districts to respond to individual and family needs.

Food Pantry –

• New and returning guests must provide accurate information on their Guest Record in our office.  
• Guests are eligible to use our food pantry once per calendar month.
• Food is available in our self-select pantry, via a recommended number of pounds based on family size.  
• Depending on seasonal availability, we offer fresh fruits, vegetables as well as sporadic bake goods and dairy items.

 Toiletries & Personal Care Items –

• While visiting our pantry guests may select, if available, dish soap, laundry soap, toothpaste and brushes, soap, feminine products, children’s diapers, adult disposable briefs, etc.

 Clothing –

• Guests may shop for themselves and their household members and select typically three outfits.  However, this is subject to how much clothing merchandise we have at the time.

Limited Financial Assistance – 
UTILITY HELP they offer limited financial assistance to prevent utility shut-offs or eviction.  Generally, more is needed than we can provide, thus we can many times offer a conditional letter with which to seek additional assistance elsewhere. Utilities must be in jeopardy of shut-off.  

RENT HELP For rent assistance a 7 Day Demand For Possession from the landlord must be presented.  Again, the amount needed is generally more than we can provide, thus we can many times offer a conditional letter with which to seek additional assistance elsewhere.