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Bidwell Riverside Center

Address
1203 SE Hartford Avenue
Des Moines
IA 50315
UNITED STATES
515-244-6251
  
Contact
Ms. Missy Reams
  
County
Polk
  
Organization Type
Community Based
Food Pantry
 

Description:

Bidwell Riverside Center serves people in need in Des Moines through a child development center, a food and clothing pantry, community garden, and a bedding/blanket program. The largest-serving food pantry by volume in the state, Bidwell Riverside is located on the south side of Des Moines, and serves more than 16,000 individuals annually. Their Christmas Sharing Program includes more than 1500 children receiving toys and stocking stuffers as well as families receive holiday meat packages.

Bidwell envisions a future where no one lives in poverty and every person has the opportunity for a positive future. Now celebrating more than 125 years of service to our community, Bidwell Riverside has been helping people in poverty since 1893. Bidwell provides hope to families and helps them bridge the gap and break the cycle of poverty.

How to Help:

Bidwell Riverside Center is currently looking for volunteers to assist in the food and clothing pantry. More than 15 volunteers are needed Monday through Friday to help those we serve daily. In addition, donation of the following items are always needed: personal hygiene items, baby formula, diapers, clothes for babies and children, bedding, towels, and financial support for building and maintenance.

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