Organized in 1974 to provide meals to the elderly, Concerned DeWitt Citizens created a senior drop-in center that eventually became the DeWitt Referral Center. Today, the Center provides emergency assistance, food, and referral services to residents of the Central DeWitt Community School District. We also operate a thrift store and donation center that are open to the public.
The Referral Center is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization.
Hours
- Thrift Store
- Food Pantry
| Day | We open at... | We close at... |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am | 2:00 pm |
| Day | We open at... | We close at... |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am | 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am | 3:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
Find Help
The Dewitt Referral Center provides food and other assistance to residents of the DeWitt Community School District in Clinton County, Iowa, who are experiencing financial hardship. Please contact the Referral Center to discuss eligibility requirements for food or emergency assistance.
You can find us at 912 14th Ave in DeWitt.
You can call us at 563-659-9612.
Support
- Donate
- Volunteer
The DeWitt Referral Center operates through the generous support of our community. There are many ways to support the mission of the Referral Center. You may want to give a financial gift, donate your time, food or items from your home that are gently used. All of this helps to support the work of the Referral Center.
Credit Card
Make a safe and secure donation today using the credit card form below.
Monthly Giving
Agency Endowments
Presently, Lincolnway manages our endowment investments. Contributing to an endowment offers many benefits. Firstly, it contributes to the long term financial stability of the Referral Center. Secondly, it offers some tax benefits as listed below:
- A 25% Iowa state tax credit through the Endow Iowa program.
- Potential federal tax deductions.
- An opportunity to create a lasting legacy for the Referral Center.
Give to the DeWitt Referral Center Food Pantry Plant the Seed Fund.
Give to the DeWitt Referral Center Bill Barnes Memorial Fund.
In Kind Donations
You can donate non-parishable food items, fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, meat, personal hygiene, and cleaning supplies to our pantry.
Our Thrift Store also accepts gently used clothing, household items, kitchenware, toys, artwork, books, small furniture, and sports equipment. We welcome items in good working condition, including small appliances, tools, and electronics.
Our Donation area is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Please call ahead before bringing larger pieces of furniture to ensure we have enough space to accommodate your donation.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help accept and sort community donations!
Stop by during our regular hours to ask about current volunteer opportunities and find out how you can make a difference!
If you’d like to get involved, please complete our Volunteer Application and Waiver form.
You can fill it out online via Google Form, or in person at your first volunteer shift if you prefer.
Your time and effort help support our entire community — thank you for considering joining us!