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Christian Help Inc of Mingo County, founded in 1994 by Sister Brendan Conlon, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing emergency relief to the low to no income population in Mingo County, West Virginia and Martin County, Kentucky. With a mission to respond to situations of emergency and need with immediacy and simplicity, Christian Help offers services such as food pantry, free store, transportation assistance, and emergency financial aid. Through their various programs, including food insecurity initiatives, brick and mortar free store, and transportation services, Christian Help Inc strives to uphold the dignity of all individuals in need, offering support and resources to combat the challenges of extreme poverty in the heart of Appalachia. With a dedicated team of employees and volunteers, Christian Help continues to make a positive impact in the community by providing essential assistance to those facing financial hardships and food insecurity.Generated from the website

Established in 1965 as Mingo County Economic Opportunity Commission, Mingo Community Action Partnership is a private nonprofit organization that provides various community-based services for low-income individuals and families. It offers the Head Start program for children up to 5 years of age. The organization provides opportunities for physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children, as well as offers educational services. Mingo Community Action Partnership maintains senior citizen centers that feature computer laboratories with internet access. Additionally, it provides weatherization and personal care services. The organization operates more than four federal and state grants and has over 130 employees. Mingo Community Action Partnership serves nearly 3,800 individual annually and maintains the Harry L Joyce Senior center in Williamson, W.Va.

Jacob's Well Mission, located in Williamson, WV, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing food, clothing, and support to those in need in the Appalachian Mountains region. With the help of local churches, businesses, and government, they have grown from a small storefront operation to a full-service mission, offering meals seven days a week and a clothes closet for the needy. Run entirely by volunteers, Jacob's Well Mission aims to be a Christian influence in the lives of their clients, spreading the love and joy of Jesus Christ through their services. Their commitment to helping people help themselves is evident in their work program with the WV Department of Human Resources, providing opportunities for individuals to gain skills and independence.Generated from the website