Header



Mission Statement Getting Help: Charitable Union Makes It Easy

"Our mission is to provide clothing, bedding and small household items, at no cost, to support families in need and to advocate with them for their independence and self-sufficiency."

Charitable Union
85 Calhoun St.
Battle Creek, MI 49017 (See map)

Phone: (269) 964-7234
Fax: (269) 966-2535
E-mail: Info@CharitableUnion.org

Visit us on Facebook and Twitter:
Facebook Twitter Facebook Icon Twitter Icon


If you are an individual or family in need of assistance, we invite you to visit Charitable Union to find out how we can help. You'll find friendly people who understand your struggles and give you the respect you deserve. Charitable Union welcomes people of all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender or creed. The following items and services available to qualifying clients at no cost:

Clothing, including shirts, pants, dresses, underwear and shoes

Essential baby items for newborns, infants and toddlers

Sheets, blankets and bedding

Work boots and work clothes

Pots, pans and dishes for families and those recently homeless

Suits, pants and dresses for attending funerals or job interviews

Books and learning materials for children

Used wedding dresses and prom dresses for special occasions

Coordinated referrals to other local non-profits and service agencies

Client qualifications: To be eligible for free clothing, baby supplies and household items, you'll need a Medicaid card, a food stamp card ("bridge card"), or a referral from another social service agency or church, such as Summit Pointe, Washington Heights, Community Action, etc.  Download and fill out the Client History Form - click here for English version form or click here for Spanish version form.

What if you don't meet the qualifications today? You may also call "211" and ask for a referral to our agency. The 211 call is free and operated by trained staff right here in Calhoun County. They'll ask you some questions about your situation and get you headed in the right direction.

Visit Our Building: One of the best ways to get started with Charitable Union is by visiting our building. We're located at 85 Calhoun St. in the heart of Battle Creek. (Map) For Charitable Union's hours of operation, or to get directions to our building, please click here now.

To learn more about Charitable Union, please click here now or call the Charitable Union front desk at (269) 964-7234 during regular operating hours. Welcome!

Special Help for Fire Victims

If you are the victim of a fire or other disaster that destroyed many or all of your belongings, Charitable Union can help.

We recommend that you start by going to the Red Cross for emergency assistance and a referral to Charitable Union. The phone number for our local Red Cross is (269) 962-7528. Or you may click here now for the Red Cross website.

With your referral from the Red Cross, we invite you to visit the Charitable Union building at 85 Calhoun St. in Battle Creek, Michigan. (Map) Children affected by a fire loss can receive new underwear, socks and a school outfit, in addition to the clothing available in our client store. Families are also offered bedding, towels, washcloths, dishes, silverware, pots, pans and personal hygiene products.

For additional information and personal assistance, please call Charitable Union at (269) 964-7234 during regular operating hours. (Hours) Welcome!

 


Photo Gallery Videos