Social Services

Community Foundation of Grundy County

Publicly supported philanthropic institution which administers individual funds contributed or bequeathed by individuals, agencies, corporations and other sources.
(815) 941-0852

We Care of Grundy County

We Care of Grundy County hosts one of the largest food banks in the area, as well as provides financial assistance to those in need with mortgage and utility issues.
(815) 942-6389

Help for Hope

Help for Hope is a up and coming non-profit that is dedicated to serving the community, and those in need. Please call (815) 370-7817 for more information.

Coal City Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is staffed and operated completely by community volunteers. The sole source of funding is donations from area residents, businesses, churches and organizations. The food pantry is a member organization of Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB). Food Pantry Hours: Monday 9am-11am and Thursday 1pm-3pm. Evenings by appointment only. Location: 6805 E. McArdle Road Coal City. Phone number: 815-216-3288.

United Way

United Way of Grundy County’s mission statement is to Improve lives by uniting the caring power of our communities. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact them at: (815) 942-4430

American Red Cross

Provides emergency assistance within 48 hours of a disaster. Emergency assistance to Armed Forces/family members. Blood Services for Will County (800) 728-3543. Community Services Education Programs, Health & Safety Classes, and International Services.
(630) 378-0344. 24-hour: (312) 729-6100.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Will & Grundy Counties

Community volunteers provide guidance, friendship and educational support on a one-to-one basis to at-risk children.
(815)723-2227 or (815) 942-9011

Catholic Charities

Provides counseling, adoption and foster care training and licensing, maternity services, early childhood services/Head Start, child care, and residential and volunteer programs for seniors.
(815) 723-3405

Daybreak Center

Provides a 24-hour shelter with on-site support services for homeless families including emergency assistance for food, rent and transitional housing for single mothers.
(815)774-4663

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Provides seniors with volunteer opportunities that allow them to share their knowledge, wisdom, time and talents in community-based agencies and organizations.
(815)723-3405

Cornerstone Services

Progressive, comprehensive services for people with disabilities promoting choice, dignity and the opportunity to live and work in the community.
(815)727-6666

Crisis Line of Will County

24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Comprehensive suicide prevention hotline, information, referral, telephone counseling, and “Sunshine” calls. Services are available for the hearing impaired.
(815)722-3344. Non-emergency: (815)744-5280

Easter Seals – Joliet Region

Rehabilitation services to children and adults with disabilities – physical, occupational and speech therapy; inclusive developmental day care, early intervention clinics and residential programs.
(815)773-9362 or (815) 416-6410

Guardian Angel Home

Before and after school programs, summer camp, individual and family counseling, foster care, alternative school, domestic violence shelter, and sexual assault services.
(815)729-0930. 24-hour hotline: (815)729-1228

Grundy Community Volunteer Hospice

Provides compassionate care to the terminally ill utilizing physical, psychological, social and spiritual means. Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance certified.
(815) 942-8525

Trinity Services

A non-sectarian agency serving children and adults with developmental and mental disabilities in a variety of residential and day programs.
(815)485-6197