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Interchurch Social Services of Knox County
Mailing Address:  PO Box 1052
Location Address:  306 West Gambier Street
  Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Phone:  (740) 397-4825
Fax:  (740) 393-1925
Contact:  Joy Harris, Executive Director
Email:  harris.joy@embarqmail.com
Organized Since:  1968
Hours of Operation:  Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Hours vary at branches
Handicap Accessibility:  Building is handicap accessible.
 
Interchurch Social Services is a Christian faith-based ministry, uniting community resources to meet the needs of those in crisis. We serve as an emergency needs provider.
 
Agency Services
  • Clothing Assistance - two outfits provided for each family member once every 30 days
  • Pantry Assistance - a variety of food items available once every 30 days, taxable items available
  • Financial Aid - rent, deposit and utility assistance available once every six months, limited funds income guidelines apply
  • Medical Assistance - transportation for medical appointments, prescription assistance with the exception of pain medications
  • Turn the Tide - Christmas event, includes food and gift distribution
  • Information and Referral - available as needed
  • Coats for Kids distribution point - Kiwanis annual campaign provides winter coats for all ages
     
    Volunteer Opportunities
  • Receptionists - ongoing opportunity, answer phones, assist clients at front desk
  • Pantry - ongoing opportunity, stock shelves, sort donations, assist clients
  • Resale Shops - ongoing opportunity, sort and price donations, stock shelves, assist customers
  • FISH Driver - ongoing opportunity, provide transporation to medical appointments locally and in surrounding areas
  • Special Events - seasonal opportunities, Turn the Tide


    © Copyright 2004-2005 Knox County Family and Children First Council.
    Call United Way at 740 397-5721 for more information
    Created and maintained by ECR.