Mental health resources related to Coronavirus
The therapists in our New Directions Counseling Center have shared the following resources about caring for your mental health during this public health crisis. If you are in need of a counselor at this time, please reach out. We are...
Stop the Stigma 5K postponed; A note from our race director
Due to public health concerns surrounding coronavirus and recommendations against large gatherings, we've made the decision to postpone our annual Stop the Stigma 5K, which was originally scheduled for May 2, 2020. Please see the letter below from our race...
Interfaith’s response to COVID-19
UPDATED: March 11, 2021 12:30pm FOOD PANTRY Interfaith Social Services' food pantry is an essential program and is open regular hours (Monday-Friday, 10-11:45am, and Wednesday evenings 5-7pm). We're following guidance from the CDC and local health officials and have implemented...
Help us go plastic free!
We're in need of reusable bags for the food pantry As Quincy moves to eliminate single-use plastic bags at retailers, we are seeking donations of reusable bags for use the food pantry. Interfaith distributes more than 50,000 bags of groceries...
#MLKDay – a Day of Service
Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, in honor of #MLKDay. MLK Day is federally designated as a day of service and we encourage you to make it a "day on" rather than a day off. Even though...
Highlights from Feed the Hungry Gala 2019
Hundreds of Interfaith Social Servicesā€™ supporters gathered on Dec. 6 to "Party with a Purpose" at our 22nd annual Feed the Hungry Gala.Ā The event, held at Granite Links Golf Club, raised more than $310,000 to support Interfaithā€™s programs. Thank you...
Hundreds of kids select Halloween costumes thanks to your donations
Trick or Treat! Thanks to the amazing outpouring of generosity from our community, the children we serve in our food pantry will get to shout out these three words as they knock on doors tonight hoping to fill their little...
Brett Dixon – New Directions Counseling Center Therapist
Brett Dixon earned his B.A. in Philosophy and Religious Studies at Salve Regina University and his M.A. in Clinical Mental Health at Lesley University. Brett works with clients of all ages and specializes in depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and substance...
Caitlin Kaake – New Directions Counseling Center Therapist
Caitlin joined the counseling staff at New Directions Counseling Center in 2019. She earned her B.A. in Psychology and Religion at Amherst College, and her M.A. in Counseling from Northwestern University. Caitlin works with clients of all ages dealing with...
We did it! Capital campaign fully funded
Our new larger-capacity refrigerated truck. We're excited to announce that our 2018 Capital Campaign has been fully funded! Our generous donors contributed more than $165,000 to help us expand capacity in the food pantry and New...
Congratulations to Leighann Zemp, our February Volunteer of the Month
Leighann is a volunteer in the Bureau Drawer, where she helps out in the sorting room and assists in the shop. She's been a wonderful addition to the shop since 2009 (nearly a decade!). You'll recognize her by her distinctive...
Interfaith’s Drop-In Days: Try out a food pantry volunteer shift!
We are hosting a week of Volunteer Drop-In Days! For those looking to lend a hand in their community, now has never been a better time. We've seen a dramatic increase in the number of individuals served in the food...