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House of Compassion

Opens Sun 5 PM CT
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Address
211 W. Church Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158
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Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Marshall County. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.

In their words: “Soup kitchen: Open to anyone who is hungry. Supply Closet: Must reside in Marshall County, present a picture ID, meet financial guidelines, and can visit once per month to choose three hygiene and household items. Prescription/Dental Vouchers: Households who qualify for the supply closet (income under 133% of federal poverty level, Marshall County resident, picture ID) can receive up to $100 per year.”

This is our best read of what House of Compassion has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Central Time (CT)

Sun 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Mon 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Tue 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Wed 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Thu 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Fri 5 PM – 6:15 PM
Sat ·

House of Compassion at 211 W. Church Street, Marshalltown, IA provides free food (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 5 PM – 6:15 PM CT). Walk in, no appointment needed. Soup kitchen: Open to anyone who is hungry. Supply Closet: Must reside in Marshall County, present a picture ID, meet financial guidelines, and can visit once per month to choose three hygiene and household items. Prescription/Dental Vouchers: Households who qualify for the supply closet (income under 133% of federal poverty level, Marshall County resident, picture ID) can receive up to $100 per year.

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