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.
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Since 1999 we have served roughly 1,700 clients (adults and their children). MERCY Communities has grown from providing 10 units of housing in 1999 to 35+ units in 2024. In fiscal year 2024, MERCY Communities housed and supported 49 families with 51 adults and 103 children.
DONATION UPDATE:
Effective September 2, 2025
New or gently-used donations are being accepted by appointment only. Please call 217-753-1358 to schedule.
We’re accepting in-season clothing, bedding and towels. New household essentials such as toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies are always accepted during office hours.
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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Thank you to our Grantors
and community partners
