Community Resources

Marion Food Pantry: The Churches of Marion Food Pantry is located at 864 12th St. and is housed by Marion's First Presbyterian Church. Churches, businesses, and individuals throughout the community donate non-perishable food items to the pantry. The pantry is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 to 3 pm. For additional information call (319) 377-7309.
FLY (Feeding Lunch to Youth and their Families): Designed to meet the needs of children who may not eat when school is not in session. There are multiple locations in the area. Phone: 319-377-4856 Email: gsantillan@marionmethodist
United Way 2-1-1: United Way 2-1-1 is a free, confidential service that connects individuals and families to community resources and the services they need, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. To find help, dial 2-1-1 or toll-free at 1-866-469-2211. From a cell phone or pay phone, dial (319) 739-4211.
Foundation 2: Foundation 2 Youth Shelter is an emergency shelter for youth, between the ages of 11-17, who are experiencing a personal or family crisis, which makes it necessary to temporarily live away from home. Referrals are accepted from parents/guardians, law enforcement officials, social workers, and other human service professionals. Contact the Foundation 2 Youth Shelter at 319-366-8797.
Linn County Resource List: http://www.linncounty.org/resourcesheets

Foundation 2 Mobile Crisis Outreach

- - Mobile Crisis Outreach is intended for the following situations:
  - Checking on an individual's safety or well-being
  - Diffusing an emotional crisis
  - Dealing with a family crisis or situation involving more than one person
  - Assessing an individual in danger of attempting suicide

319-362-2174

** Thank you to Excelsior Middle School for the use of their resource information!**