OUR MissioN
United Christian Services embraces the teaching of Jesus to care for one another through assistance in emergencies, while encouraging self-sufficiency in Gobles, Paw Paw, Mattawan, Lawton, Lawrence and Decatur.
HOURS
**Due to COVID we have temporarily changed our style of operation, which means no in-person interviews.* If you are in need of our help please contact us by phone or email.
Monday 9:30 AM -1 2:00 PM
Tuesday 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday CLOSED
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED
If you have reason to visit us to sign release forms or bring in documentation for assistance, please call ahead so we know to expect you.
WHat's new
WHat's new
Operation Warm-up 2020
We are now collecting gently used, clean winter clothing. Including coats, snow pants, sweaters, sweat shirts, jackets, boots, gloves, hats and scarves. We these in all sizes for men, women and children.
Drop off at the Closet on Mondays and Thursdays between 10 am and 1 pm, or by arrangement another time (call the office).
Also drop boxes are available inside the Freshwater Building at entrances B and C.
If you are in need of a coat, please call or email us to arrange pick-up, or visit us Mondays or Thursdays between 10am and 1pm.*
*Please note we are not allowing anyone inside currently, for safety reasons. Please knock on door and wait outside for a volunteer to help you
important updates
PORCH hours have now returned to normal and are on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 pm. We will be providing a selection of fruits, vegetables and bread.
In order to comply with safety regulations, we ask you to park up your vehicle, near the Porch, stay in your car and wait for instructions.
CLOSET: people are unable to visit the Closet in person currently Instead call or email office with sizes and items required and our staff will "personally shop" for you. We then contact you to make arrangements for collection. Allow 5 working days for your request to be fulfilled.
We need donations of winterwear, such as coats, snow-pants, boots, gloves and hats for men, women and children. We are also in desperate need of children's clothes 2T and up, boys and girls.
