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Join the thousands of Topekans who have donated time to help their friends and neighbors in need.

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ATTENTION! Doorstep Hours/Closures/Info

December 2nd-26th: We are NOT taking used clothing/household donations

December 16th-20th: No Services; Christmas Distribution

December 23rd: Open for Food only 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, no services until January 3rd, 2025

December 24th-26: Closed for Services and Donations

December 27th: Resume taking donations of used clothing/household items

January 3rd, 2025: Resume full services

Check out the volunteer opportunities we have available!

Year-Round:

  • Clothing Bank
    • Sorting, folding and drying clothes
  • Food Bank
    • Packing food orders and hygiene packs, organizing food pallets
  • Drivers
    • Collecting donations from area restaurants and businesses
  • Unloading
    • Unloading and organizing deliveries

Seasonal:

  • Chrismas Store
    • Sorting and collecting Christmas donations

Voices from the Neighborhood

Marcia

“A place to go to feel GOOD! I enjoy the time I spend at Doorstep meeting new and old clients and friends. A great organization I can’t say enough good things about!”

Judy

An opportunity to share with those who need food, clothing, support and an ear to listen.”

Mitchell

“This is an opportunity to give back to my community and love my neighbors — to share a portion of God’s gift to me!”

Charles

“A great opportunity to help others. It provides a needed source of community services.”

Diane

“An opportunity to serve others and glorify God.”

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General Information

Rent Assistance requests must go through the City of Topeka's EAS Program. You will most likely need to leave a message and wait for a call back.
EAS Phone: 785.368.9533
EAS Email: EAS@topeka.org
Website: https://www.topeka.org/eas/

Utility Assistance is by appointment only. Please call us at our number below to see if funds are available.

Address
1119 SW 10th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66604-1105

Office hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Client service hours: Monday 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Phone: 785.357.5341
Fax: 785.232.4865