Given the potential impact on families due to the discontinuation of certain SNAP benefits, we want to ensure our community knows about available food resources.

We understand that transportation and distance often make resources feel out of reach, but there are many excellent options available right here in our local area—like the free hot meal every Wednesday at Preemption United Methodist Church.

Please remember that you can always reach out to us if you need support. We are here to help during these challenging circumstances.

Sherrard Student Services Team

Lexi Weihler, School Social Worker - weihlera@sherrard.us
Stacey Blackwell, High School Counselor - blackwells@sherrard.us
Becky Wakeland, Junior High Counselor - wakeland.becky@sherrard.us
Zach Johnson, Matherville Intermediate Counselor - johnsonz@sherrard.us
Stephanie Johnson, Sherrard/Winola Elementary Counselor - johnson.stephanie@sherrard.us

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Local Food Resources:

Viola Community Food Pantry

Serves: Matherville, New Windsor, Preemption, and Viola
Location: Viola United Methodist Church, 1407 18th Ave., Viola
Hours: 1st Tuesday (9-11 AM), 3rd Thursday (1-6 PM)

New Windsor Food Pantry

Serves: New Windsor residents
Location: New Windsor Presbyterian Church, 414 Walnut Street, New Windsor
Hours: 1st Thursday of each month (3-6 PM)
Notes: Proof of residence is needed

Sherrard Food Pantry

Serves: Boden, Cable, Fyre Lake, Gilchrist, Matherville, New Windsor, Preemption, Sherrard, Swedona, and Viola
Location: 203 4th Ave, Sherrard
Hours: Tuesday (1–3 PM), Thursday (5:30–7 PM)
Notes: Closed the 5th week of the month

Milan Christian Food Pantry

Serves: Milan, Southwest Rock Island, Andalusia, and Taylor Ridge
Location: 128 W. 4th St., Milan
Hours: Monday (9–11 AM), Thursdays (3–6 PM)

Tiger Closet

Serves: Families in the Sherrard School District
Location: Sherrard JR/SR High School
Hours: Shopping hours are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (2:30-6 PM)
Questions: Email schulenburgv@sherrard.us or dekeyrele@sherrard.us

PUMC - Free Hot Meal Site

Serves: All surrounding residents
Location: Preemption United Methodist Church, 2652 170th Ave, Preemption
Hours: Free hot meal every Wednesday (5-6 PM)

Families are encouraged to take advantage of these local resources and reach out for support.