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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 and at-risk families 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 45+ units in 2026. In fiscal year 2026, MERCY Communities housed and supported 59 families with 64 adults and 105 children.

DONATION UPDATE:


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.

Thanks to your generosity, we were able to raise over $14,000 to provide the housing, tools and support families need to rebuild their lives.  

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Learn more, and see the lucky winners! 

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The Power of the Purse… to help a family make a home

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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