Outreach

  • "N.I.C.E." Neighbors In Christ Ecumenical

    N.I.C.E. Center
    346 S. County Line Road
    Lee, IL 60530

    Open Saturdays: 8-11 am

    The N.I.C.E Center provides free food and clothing to individuals and families needing temporary assistance. N.I.C.E. is a non-profit organization of dedicated volunteers from 15 churches. Clothing and food donations may be brought to the Center on Saturday morning or put in the drop-off area during the week. We are here to support you during these challenging times.

    There is no charge for clothing and housewares.

    There is no charge for food to those who qualify.

    You will be greeted by friendly volunteers who will help you. The Center has gently used clothing for all ages.

    Qualified Families can receive food from the NICE Food Pantry on two Saturdays each month. The amount of food given depends on the family's size. The clothing room is open to the public, and you need not be a client of the food pantry to get clothing and household items.

    Other Food Pantries

  • Hope Haven

    Shelter & Housing First:

    1145 Rushmoore Drive

    DeKalb, IL 60115

    (815) 758-5765

    Fax: (815) 758-7006

    www.hopehavendekalb.com

    The mission of Hope Haven is to provide shelter, housing, and meals to Dekalb County's homeless, to advocate for the homless, and to assist them in moving in stable housing and achieving self-sufficiency.

    Waterman U.M.C. supports Hope Haven by preparing meals on designated dates. For our schedule to prepare food, please reach out to the church office at watermanumc@gmail.com

  • Safe Passage

    The mission of Safe Passage is to promote the right of all to nonviolent and abuse-free relationships through advocacy, intervention and prevention in DeKalb County.

    https://safepassagedv.org/

    24 Hour Crisis Line: 815-756-5228

    Information available through the hotline:

    Crisis intervention and safety planning

    Emergency shelter screenings

    Scheduling

    Information about services, resources, and referrals

    24 Hour Text Line: 815-393-1995

    Information available through the text line:

    Crisis intervention and safety planning

    Information about services, resources, and referrals

    Business Line: 815-756-7930
    Information available through the business line:

    Donation information

    Volunteer and Intern information

    Event information, including sponsorship

    Any other business related matter

    Partner Abuse Intervention Program Line: 815-756-5054

    If you need services, please call our hotline. Staff are available 24/7.

  • AA: Alcoholics Anonymous

    Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem.  It doesn’t cost anything to attend A.A. meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.

    A.A.’s primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety. (from www.aa.org/what-is-aa)

    Meetings are held:

    Monday & Thursday: 6 pm

  • HAFP: Hinckley Area Food Pantry

    Pantry Address:
    ​190 W. Lincoln Hwy
    Waterman, IL 60556

    Mailing Address:
    PO Box 463
    Hinckley, IL 60520

    Call/Text: (815) 286-7275

    The past few years have been financially difficult for many people. Loss of jobs, increased medical costs, change in families... the list is long and may be different for you. That is why we are here to help you. HAFP knows that it is sometimes difficult to ask for help.  Our registration process is simple.  Our job is to make you feel comfortable and provide quality food items.

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors
    The Hinckley Area Food Pantry serves residents of the communities of Big Rock, Hinckley, Maple Park, Shabbona, and Waterman. 

    Food Distribution: Client Choice
    HAFP operates as a client choice food pantry. We are set up like a grocery store, where you can come in and shop! This allows you the freedom to get what you need and can use. Our shelves are filled with items such as non-perishable canned goods (vegetables, soups, beans), rice, cereal, pasta, juice, and household items, such as toilet paper and soap. We also offer breads, meats, and fresh produce when we can. You will also receive vouchers for Hinckley Fresh Market to be used for food products to complete meals and provide better access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and dairy. 

    Shopping the pantry is by appointment only. We currently have shopping hours on the first and third Saturday mornings of each month and the Monday evenings that follow. Dates may change to accommodate holidays.
    Please contact us for an appointment via cell phone (call/text 815-286-7275) or email (    HAFP93@gmail.com). 

    How often may I visit?
    Clients may visit our pantry twice a month.

    First Time Visitors
    On your first visit to the pantry, please bring a photo ID and two (2) forms of proof of residency like a utility bill, insurance card, or rent/mortgage statement. 

    For more information on registration: Hinkley Area Food Pantry

  • UMPEC: United Methodist & Presbyterian Emergency Care

    The UMPEC Fund is established for those in need in our community and surrounding vicinity in times of emergency. Our mission is to provide spiritual and emotional support. As well as limited financial assistance. Financial aid will be limited to one time emergency need. Monetary aid is to be given in to recipient by voucher: Request will be accepted by:

    a. Direct Request

    b. Referral

    c. Personal contact by a member of the this committee.

    The UMPEC Committee consists of members from the Waterman UMC and Waterman Presbyterian. Description goes here