Community Services

At the House of Compassion we offer free evening meals, a supply closet for the needs of our community members, dental/prescription vouchers, and limited financial assistance.  Effective May 1, 2021 we are offering free showers during office hours.

Free Evening Meals

Sunday – Friday (Closed Saturday)5:00 – 6:15 pm

Anyone that is hungry can eat a meal from our Soup Kitchen. On average, 50 people are fed every evening. Due to the pandemic, meals are only being offered as a To-Go option.

Supply Closet

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Monday- Thursday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:30 - 4:30 PM.

Must meet financial guidelines, reside in Marshall County, and present a picture ID to use the Closet once a month. Three hygiene and household items can be chosen each month.

Households who qualify for the Supply Closet can receive up to $200/year for prescriptions at Marshalltown pharmacies, dental services at Primary Dental, and utility payment assistance. Individuals can receive up to $150/year.  Funds are also available to purchase new photo ID or Birth Certificate.