Free resource center for families in need opens Jan. 12, providing essential items for infants and children
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI OnFocus) – Hannah Center Inc. will open its second Caring Closet location in Wisconsin Rapids on Jan. 12, expanding access to vital support services for families across Central Wisconsin.
The new resource center will provide free diapers and wipes to families in need. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for Jan. 19 to commemorate the opening and recognize the community partners, donors, and volunteers who supported the expansion.
Hannah Center’s Caring Closet has served families in Marshfield since 1993. The Wisconsin Rapids location was developed in response to growing community need for accessible resources and essential items for infants and children.
“Every child deserves warm clothing, clean diapers and the essentials that many families simply cannot afford,” said Tori Spice, center director of Hannah Center, Wisconsin Rapids. “Opening the Caring Closet in Wisconsin Rapids allows us to serve more families in crisis and ensures that geography is never a barrier to accessing basic necessities.”
The Wisconsin Rapids Caring Closet will specialize in providing free diapers and wipes in all sizes, from newborn through size 6 and up. The Marshfield location offers a broader selection of items, including infant formula and feeding supplies, children’s clothing, winter outerwear, gently used car seats and bassinets, baby gear, and toys.
Unlike traditional donation centers, the Caring Closet operates on a dignity-based model. Families can access needed items without financial barriers, applications, or lengthy approval processes.
The Wisconsin Rapids Caring Closet is located at 1320 Pepper Ave. and will operate Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families seeking diapers and wipes are asked to call (715) 423-4106 during business hours to arrange pickup. Donors may drop off diaper and wipe donations during business hours without an appointment.
“The Caring Closet only exists because of our community’s generosity,” said Spice. “Every donated diaper and package of wipes represents someone in our community caring for their neighbors. This is Central Wisconsin taking care of Central Wisconsin.”
The Jan. 19 ribbon cutting ceremony will recognize community partners, donors, and volunteers who contributed to the expansion. Additional details about the event will be announced in the coming weeks.
Since its establishment, Hannah Center has provided more than 22,000 safe nights of shelter and served more than 987 families annually through its comprehensive programs. The organization relies entirely on community donations and does not operate any government-funded facilities. Financial contributions may be made at hannahcenterinc.org/donate.
For more information about the Caring Closet, donation guidelines, or volunteer opportunities, visit hannahcenterinc.org/caring-closet or call (715) 423-4106.
Hannah Center Inc. is a faith-based, nonprofit organization founded in 1993 that provides residential treatment and support services to women and children in Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids. The 501(c)(3) organization operates safe housing facilities, delivers community support through its Kairos Care program, and supplies families with essential items through Hannah’s Caring Closet. Since its founding, the organization has served more than 1,000 families throughout Central Wisconsin and relies on private donations to fund its operations. For more information, visit hannahcenterinc.org.
Author: News Desk
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