Platte County has a small food pantry cabinet that needs restocked. We are requesting non-perishable, but microwavable items. Such as Chef Boyardee cups/meals, mac-n-cheese cups, Hormel Complete Meals, etc.; also peanut butter and jelly are good options. Please nothing that has to be refrigerated or frozen as we do not have space to keep that and neither do some families. Please nothing that requires added ingredients, except water.

I work with a family of 2 adults with 1 male and 2 female children who live well below the poverty line. There are concerns for head lice, roach, and flea infections which we are finding difficult to combat without chemicals. The children are currently sharing a king size bed on the floor. Although this is functional at their age, they would benefit from individual beds, sheets, pillows. (Cleaning Supplies) The family would benefit from a case of RID lice spray and a case of Roach/Flea bombs for the home. The dryer is not working. The family would benefit from a working dryer so they can dry cloth items on high to kill lice eggs on the fabric to combat the infestation.

Mom got out of a domestic violent relationship and had to move quickly. Mom wasn't able to take anything with her. She has nothing and is in need of most things. The most important things are 3 beds(2-twins and 1-queen), dishes, and any living room furniture. They also would take anything they can get for household goods.

Relative foster family adopted their five grandchildren and have two teenage biological children. A family friend's child (12 year old boy) came in to foster care, this family took placement as a "relative placement." Family has a bed, but no extra bedding. Additionally, another dresser (preferably a chest due to space) would be helpful, the child is currently using a basket for his clothing.

I have a parent who does not have transportation other than the city bus. She utilizes resources in town and has many appointments and just started a job so she needs consistency with transportation to make those appointments. She does walk sometimes but the weather is cold and she would appreciate a bus pass for the month to get around

This request impacts multiple families.

I have a report involving 2 mothers living at the same address who are allegedly using drugs. I asked them to take a drug test to either prove or disprove the allegations. However, they said that they cannot afford the $20 per test. Special Instructions: The payment for the testing can be dropped off at Private Probation and Parole office located at 902 Edmond St.

A single mother and her 3 year old daughter are in temporary housing due to a fire at their home. The family is struggling financially and the mother is trying to get back on her feet. The 3 year old needs clothing and mom also needs assistance for Christmas. A gift card to Walmart or Target would help cover Christmas. The 3 year old wears size 6/7 girls, and loves bright colors. Shoe size is size 11. Thank you!

I am working with a single mom and her 2 children who are living in a trailer. Mom struggles financially and is on a tight budget.The childrens father is involved periodically but does not help mom fianancially. Mom's trailer is older and has needed a number of repairs since she moved in. Most of her monthly income goes to cover lot rent for the trailer. At this time, this is their only housing option. Mom recently got water again, however the hot water tank on the trailer is not working so they do not have any hot water. I got an estimate on a new tank and installation from a plumber that is sadly higher than I expected. The water heater has a whole in it and needs to be replaced at a cost of $600. The labor cost is $250. I am putting in a request for help with any part of this cost. I will look for other funding resources to cover the amount that is left. I am appreciative of any help with this.

Single dad lost job will struggle this Christmas with gifts for his kids. Have the following list for the family. 2 girls 1 boy Funko pops Monster high Dinosaurs Lol stuff PS4 games Gift cards Pokemon stuff Shopins If the helpful church can contact this worker i can give you familys address to drop off items. Thanks you and be blessed. Chuck

Single mother and 3 children moved back to St. Joseph to live with family and escape a severely violent life with mother's ex-boyfriend. The family is now safe but the mother's vehicle has a possible fly wheel problem. The mother can afford to pay some for repair/s but income is very limited. Mother does work while the children are in school daily and life would be much easier if their vehicle was repaired. The vehicle is a 2011 Ford Fusion.

This request is for a relative placement that will be taking placement of their 14 year old sibling. The relative wants to be a strong support and placement for their younger sibling as they have shared traumatic experiences and this relative wants to help their younger sibling as much as they can. The relative is in dire need of a bed and dresser for this teen. Any help would be greatly appreciated as the teen will be discharged from the hospital and placed today.

This request is for a relative placement out of state. They are anxiously awaiting ICPC to be completed so they can take placement. This is a young couple who are in need of everything baby. They do live in Delaware so if the items are purchased CD would asked that they are shipped to this family directly. However gift cards would work as well so this family can buy the things they want specifically. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me. For Safety & Cleaning they could really benefit from outlet covers, cabinet locks, and an oversized baby gate for the stairs. The gift card is to get the various other items needed in order to make placement

This request is for a mother who is trying to reunify with her children. She has recently successfully completed inpatient drug treatment and is actively participating in outpatient treatment. She has a vehicle but it has issues and is not reliable. She is currently borrowing her grandmother's vehicle but this is not a long term solution. She has a 2002 Chrysler Sebring that needs a new internal water pump, timing chain, and guides. She was quoted by a mechanic for $1580

I have a single mother with 4 children and one almost here. The mother is on bed rest with pre term pregnancy. The mother was living with a friend and the friend had bed bugs so she had to start over with all her household furniture. The mother does not have anything for the new baby on the way. There is two girls, 12 and 8. Two boys 13 and 6. the mother is having a baby girl. The mother stated she needs a basinet, diapers that are for newborn, clothes that are newborn or 0--3 months.

The mother and teenage sons. The dryer needs to be repaired or replaced. It has gone out and the mother needs the repairs or replacement for drying the clothes. One son didn't come to school due to the clothes were still wet.

The families refrigerater has broken recently and needs a new refrigerator in order to store their food!