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Community Services Offered to the Public

FOOD

If you are in need of food, Central Union Mission offers two options to help you.

1. Food Depot
   
   Food Depot is a service provided by Central Union Mission to assist individuals who are experiencing economic difficulties. This program is designed for those who are in need on a monthly basis. Each participant will be able to receive food twice per month according to the Food Depot calendar and assigned day.
   
   The purpose of Central Union Mission's Food Depot Program is to assist people in the Metropolitan area with their spiritual and physical needs through Christian programs and food distribution.
   
   Food Depot is open to the public. If you are interested in receiving groceries on a regular basis, please bring the following at the next Food Depot:
   

   ♦Driver's License/ Photo Identification
   ♦Proof of Residency (Lease or Utility Bill)
   ♦Current proof of Income (2 recent pay stubs, food stamps, SSI, etc.) ---Subject to household income levels
   ♦Social Security card or document with SS#
   ♦Birth certificate for each child under 18

   *These listed documents are required to enroll in the program
   
   Food Depot flyer, click here (pdf)
   
   Food Depot is Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am-11:00am, according to Food Depot calendar.
   
   Location: Central Union Mission 1350 R Street NW Washington, DC 20009, 202-745-7118
   
   QUESTIONS? Contact Tracy Duncan, 202-745-7118, x260 or FoodDepot@missiondc.org
2. Emergency Food
   
   This offer is immediately available for individuals who are in need of food.
   Emergency food recipients are encouraged to come between the hours of 9:00am and 3:00pm, Monday - Friday.
   To qualify for emergency food assistance, individuals must have a valid Photo ID.
   A referral from a legitimate agency is appreciated.
   
   Location: Central Union Mission 1350 R Street NW Washington, DC 20009, 202-745-7118
   
   QUESTIONS? Contact Tracy Duncan, 202-745-7118, x260 or FoodDepot@missiondc.org

CLOTHING

Gently used clothing for men, women and children are available.

Men's Clothing Closet:

Available weekly Monday-Thursday, 9:30am-11:30am
Location: Central Union Mission 1350 R Street NW, 20009
Questions? Contact 202-745-711

Women & Children Clothing Distribution:

Available weekly Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:00am
Location: Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 1625 13th Street, NW Washington DC, 20009
Questions? Contact Pastor Jorge, 202-232-4490

Clothing for Men, Women and Children:

Available weekly Mondays through Thursdays, 10:00am to 4:00 pm
Location:Distribution Center, 3182 B Bladensburg Road, NE Washington, DC 20018
Questions? Contact 202-529-0165

FURNITURE

Furniture is donated and in good condition, with a variety of pieces available.
Furniture is available on a first come, first served basis. No holds!
Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Thursday
Referrals are appreciated.
No delivery - recipient is responsible for transporting the furniture

Location: Distribution Center, 3182 B Bladensburg Road, NE Washington, DC 20018
Questions? Contact 202-529-0165

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All the above services are provided by Central Union Mission FREE of charge!

Please direct any questions about these services to Tracy Duncan, 202-745-7118, x260 or TDuncan@missiondc.org

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OTHER RESOURCES

ASSIST PREGNANCY CENTER

CAPITOL HILL PREGNANCY CENTER

EMERGENCY CASH SERVICES

Northern Virginia:

Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) 703-222-0880;

Family PASS subsidizes the rent by paying the landlord directly. 703-242-6474;

Our Daily Bread Inc. - The non-profit can provide qualified families and individuals with a one-time cash grant of up to $350. Fairfax Virginia. 703-273-8829;

Helping Hands Emergency Assistance - The agency can assist individuals with paying their rent, mortgages, medical bills, dental expenses and medicines, and utility and cooling bills. 571-323-2199

FOOD, CLOTHING, SHELTERS, CHURCHES (pdf)

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

District of Columbia
http://dhs.dc.gov/dhs/site/default.asp
http://www.dccfh.org/VirginiaHse.php

Maryland
http://dhr.maryland.gov/
http://dhr.maryland.gov/county/pg/

Virginia
http://www.dss.virginia.gov/
http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/virginia.html

HOUSING AND MORTGAGES on Affordable Housing

http://www.mortgageloan.com/affordable/

http://www.mortgageloan.com/veterans/

TRANSPORTATION

Reach-a-Ride - 1-855-732-2427
The site is a one-stop information source for people with disabilities, older adults, those with limited English proficiency, and low-income commuters.

VETERAN SERVICES (pdf)