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GOOD THINGS START WITH A HAND

Big-hearted.
Locally rooted.

A grocery bag. A few hours. An everyday essential. There is more than one way to stand alongside our Peoria neighbors.

Illustrative group of neighbors volunteering togetherYour care belongs here.

01 / GIVE FUNDS

Keep the
care moving.

Financial gifts help support Hand Up Peoria's pantry work. Use the organization's existing, publicly listed giving channels.

Peoria Public Schools' Wraparound Center page lists options specifically for Hand Up Peoria, Inc. Pantry, separately from donations to the Wraparound Center.

Explore listed giving options

Opens the Wraparound Center website. Look for the Hand Up Peoria pantry section and confirm the recipient before giving.

Illustrative reusable grocery bag packed with produce

02 / GIVE PRACTICAL SUPPORT

Everyday things.
Extraordinary care.

In a 2026 community interview, founder Pam Wiley highlighted the challenge of getting groceries home. Ask about these practical ways to help:

  • Reusable grocery bags
  • New wagons or new suitcases
  • Bus passes
  • Pantry and hygiene supplies currently needed
Ask what is needed

Please confirm needs, item condition, and drop-off arrangements before purchasing or delivering donations.

03 / GIVE YOUR TIME

A few hours.
A human difference.

Help can take many forms, from sorting and packing to supporting pantry days. Contact the team to ask about current volunteer opportunities and the right fit for you.

Bring your
neighbor energy.

Packing & sorting
Pantry-day support
A welcoming attitude

No online signup is required to ask a question. Start a conversation with the team.

A note about giving

This website does not collect card details or process donations directly. External giving services have their own terms, fees, privacy practices, and receipt processes. For gift acknowledgments, restrictions, or refund questions, contact Hand Up Peoria and the service used.

GOOD NEIGHBORS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

There is a place
for you here.