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A place to live, and a way to grow.™

Our MISSION

MERCY Communities is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization dedicated to addressing the crisis of family homelessness by providing housing and supportive services  to foster the independence of homeless women with children and at-risk women with children.

Since 1999 we have served roughly 1,400 clients (moms and their children). MERCY Communities has grown from providing 10 units of housing in 1999 to 30 units in 2022. In fiscal year 2022, MERCY Communities housed and supported 55 mothers with 101 children.

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We are currently accepting donations Mondays through Fridays from 8:30-:4:00. Please call prior to donating any furniture or large items. We appreciate  your support!

7th Annual Power of the Purse

Thursday, April 24, 2025 5:30-8:30 p.m.
at the LRS Hangar

Join us for a silent auction of 100+ purses, heavy hor d'oeurves, live music, cash bar and Dick Levi's spectacular collection of classic cars and motorcycles. Event is presented by LRS!

Louis Vuitton Raffle tickets
Your chance to win this beautiful new Louis Vuitton Carryall!

Value $3050!
 

More Than a place to stay

Our professional staff meet one on one at least weekly with the clients and their children.

In addition, one evening per week, MERCY hosts various speakers, activities, demonstrations, videos, educators and community volunteers to provide small life skill sessions centered on the pillars of self-sufficiency: housing, parenting, budgeting and life skills. 

Children also are provided with counseling, as needed, with emphasis on educational achievements. We are thankful for your support!

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We Accept paypal donations. Thank you for your support!

Thank you to our Grantors
and community partners
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Location

1344 North 5th Street
Springfield, IL 62702
Phone 217-753-1358
Fax 217-753-1360

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