Hosea Feed the Hungry & Homeless, Inc. (Hosea Helps)

Back to School ProgramsProgram

Families at back-to-school festivals can receive book bags with school supplies, groceries, fresh produce, children’s clothing, health screenings, games, and entertainment.

Children's Christmas PartyProgram

A holiday party for low-income families with kids, with toys, a hot meal, entertainment and a chance to meet Santa. It is on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Hosea Helps headquarters.

Emergency Food (Care Center)Service

You can go to the Hosea Helps building on a weekday and get free emergency groceries. The food packs are made for people who may not have a stove or fridge.

Emergency Shelter HelpProgram

For people who are homeless in extreme heat or cold or bad storms, or who need a place to rest and get ready before starting a job. It also helps families whose housing is not ready yet.

Employment AssistanceProgram

Hosea Helps teaches job-readiness and money-planning skills, then helps with job placement. Case management support lasts 90 days.

Financial Stability AssessmentService

Staff look at a household's money situation and tell you if you may qualify for help with rent, utilities, transportation, moving costs, housing deposits or a temporary shelter place.

Food Stamps (SNAP) Application and Benefits ScreeningService

You can stop by the building to apply for or renew food stamps. Staff can also check whether you qualify for other benefits such as Medicaid and Medicare.

Hosea on the MoveProgram

Hosea Helps brings groceries and services to a whole apartment complex or neighborhood that signs up. Services can include food stamp applications, benefit screening, health screenings and job readiness.