Available Services Include:
The Good Samaritan food pantry is available to residents of Franklin-Simpson County who are going through a difficult time and need assistance with some food to get them through the hardship. We are blessed with donations and try to provide items needed to help clients be able to make good meals for themselves and their families.
Based on donations received, Good Samaritan works to keep personal hygiene items available for individuals and families who are going through a difficult time. Items that we try to keep available are soap, shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste/toothbrushes, deodorant, etc.
Based on donations received, Good Samaritan works to keep the following household items available for individuals and families who are going through a difficult time:
Household supplies including laundry detergent, dish soap, toilet paper, etc.
Kitchen Items such as cookware, dishes, utensils, small appliances, etc.
Linens/Bedding including towels, washcloths, sheets, blankets, comforters, etc.
Furniture - limited based on items donated
Based on donations received, Good Samaritan works to keep certain items such as walkers, toilet chairs, bath/shower chairs, etc. available for those who need them and can’t afford to purchase/obtain them elsewhere.
Limited Utility Bill Payment Assistance
Good Samaritan assists households who are going through a difficult time or hardship with assistance paying utility bills. Residents must bring in a copy of their current bill and, upon proper evaluation by the Executive Director, each household may be eligible for a limited amount of assistance each year.
Limited Work Uniform Assistance
Good Samaritan provides limited assistance to help individuals who are going through a difficult time or hardship and who have been hired to start a new job, with purchasing some uniform items such as non-slip shoes and black pants for restaurant work. A letter from the client’s new employer must be presented to the Executive Director stating the start date and the uniform item(s) required to be purchased by the employee.
