Portage Township - St. Joseph County

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Portage Township - St. Joseph County Portage Township represents the majority of the city of South Bend. Jason Critchlow is the current Portage Township Trustee. Serves St. Joseph County
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****Food Pantries & Free Meals
AIDS Ministries
201 S. William
South Bend, IN
Open Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Serves HIV/AIDS patients

Apostolic Outreach Ministries
907 Locust
South Bend, IN
574-386-0079
Open Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Serves St. Joseph County

Berean Community Service
601 Colfax Avenue
South Bend, IN
574-234-2784
Open 1st & 3rd Thursday 3:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m. Joseph County

Betty's Bread Basket (River of Life Church)
530 Ireland Rd. South Bend, IN
574-231-1364
Open Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Joseph County

Broadway Christian Parish, UMC
1412 S. Carroll
South Bend, IN
574-289-0333
Open Monday - Thursday 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Joseph County

Catholic Charities
1817 Miami Street
South Bend, IN
574-234-3111
Open Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - Noon & 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Joseph County

Church Lady and Friends
2406 Mishawaka Ave. South Bend, IN
Open Thursday & first Saturday of the Month 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Joseph County

Christ Temple Church
1212 S. Michigan
South Bend, IN
Soup Kitchen Hours: Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Church Lady and Friends
2406 Mishawaka Ave. South Bend, IN
574-220-0999
Open Thursdays & 1st Saturday of the month 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Joseph County

Clay United Methodist Church Food Pantry
17646 Cleveland Rd. South Bend, IN
574-272-8068
Open Mondays 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. & Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Joseph County

Community Free Presbyterian of St. Chapin
South Bend, IN
574-232-9986
Open Mondays & Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. & Wednesdays 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Joseph County - Can only visit once every 30 days

Faith Deliverance Center
1415 Lincoln Way West
South Bend, IN
574-310-2501 or 855-4619
Open Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Call for appointment
Serves St. Joseph County - can visit only once every 2 months

Kingdom Life Christian Cathedral
707 Sherman Ave
South Bend, IN
574-246-9110
Call for Hours
Serves St. Joseph County

Little Flower Catholic Church Food Pantry
54191 N. Ironwood
South Bend, IN
574-272-7070
Direct Assistance: 574-243-3437
Open Tuesday - Thursday 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. and 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Joseph County

Living Epistle Fellowship Food Pantry
2001 Prairie
South Bend, IN
574-276-2016
Open Sunday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Joseph County

Manna House
2001 Prairie
South Bend, IN
574-276-2013
Open Sundays & Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Joseph County

Mishawaka Seventh Day Adventist Church
906 E. Grove
Mishawaka, IN
574-310-3750
Open Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Every Other Wednesday)
Free Meals: 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Joseph County

Neighbors in Need
54301 Maple Lane
South Bend, IN
574-271-7378
Last Wednesday of the month 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Joseph County

New Creations Praise & Worship
2455 Huron Street
South Bend, IN
574-315-4103
Call Barbara Hatcher for appointment
Serves St. Joseph County

New Peter's Rock Missionary
802 Van Buren
South Bend, IN
Open 2nd & 4th Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Serves anyone

New Peter's Rock Missionary
802 Van Buren
South Bend, IN
574-315-4103
Open 2nd & 4th Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Joseph County

On Angels Wings Ministry
308 S. Walnut St. South Bend, IN
574-234-9540 or 289-8102
(Food Pantry and Clothing Referral)

Praise Fellowship SDA
54301 Maple Lane Ave
South Bend, IN
574-271-7378
Open last Wednesday of the month 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Joseph County

River Park United Methodist Church Food Pantry
920 S. 23rd Street
South Bend, IN
574-288-6243
Open: Wed. & Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Salvation Army of South Bend
900 W. Western Ave. South Bend, IN
574-233-9471
Open Monday 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. / Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Joseph County

Salvation Army of Mishawaka
1026 Dodge Ave. Mishawaka, IN
574-255-1787
Open Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Joseph County

SDA Hispanic Church - South Bend
156 Lombardy Street
South Bend, IN
574-339-8832
Open 2nd - 4th Wed. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Joseph County

SJC Community Food Pantry @ Food Bank
702 Chapin Street
South Bend, IN
574-232-9986
Open Monday & Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and Wednesday 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Serves anyone

St. Pauls Baptist Church
621 Lindsay Street
South Bend, IN
574-288-6667
Open Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Joseph County Residents

St. Vincent de Paul Society
520 Crescent Ave. South Bend, IN
574-234-6000 #3 - food, clothing, rent help and furniture
Call Monday - Friday for information 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Joseph County

Sunnyside Presbyterian Church
115 S. Frances
South Bend, IN
574-287-1524
Open Monday - Thursday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Joseph County and anyone that can come

The Brethern Church, Inc.
4909 S. Ironwood Dr
South Bend, IN
574-291-4909
Call for appointment
Food Pantry: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon


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Tonight's NOURISH Cooking Class was as easy as, well, pie!! Trustee Jason Critchlow put on the apron this evening and ta...
10/21/2026

Tonight's NOURISH Cooking Class was as easy as, well, pie!! Trustee Jason Critchlow put on the apron this evening and taught our class how to make his homemade take on a Shepherd's Pie at the Portage Commons!

Thank you to everyone who came out to learn how to make a tasty comfort meal stuffed with seasoned ground beef, veggies, and topped with delicious mashed potatoes! Not only did we eat, but participants left with a bag of groceries to make the dish at home for themselves and their families!

Make sure to stay up-to-date on the latest information from Portage Township by following our social media, visiting our website, and subscribing to our newsletter!

Stop in to Portage Pantry today from 1pm-3pm with your ID and a piece of mail showing that you live in the township to g...
10/20/2026

Stop in to Portage Pantry today from 1pm-3pm with your ID and a piece of mail showing that you live in the township to get free groceries🫑🥔🥓a HUGE thank you to East Race Market for the weekly donations!

WOAH!! That's a wrap on Coats for Kids 2026! We are so grateful to our partners at Meijer for teaming up with us during ...
10/18/2026

WOAH!! That's a wrap on Coats for Kids 2026! We are so grateful to our partners at Meijer for teaming up with us during this day of giving back. With our combined effort, families in Portage Township were able to select winter coats, hats, and more to keep their kids warm this winter!

Programs like Coats for Kids go beyond just a simple government transaction within our office. It's a chance for us to connect over very real, human moments with our clients. It reminds our residents that they aren't alone. These are the moments that add up and build real change within our wonderful community. Thank you to the awesome staff at Meijer for all their help! We are also incredibly thankful for all the families who applied and came out for their winter gear today. Thank you!!

Want to stay in the loop? Keep your eyes peeled to our social media, newsletters, and website, for all the latest Portage Township info!

Tonight's NOURISH Cooking Class was stew-pendous! 🍲While the temperatures still haven't quite fallen yet, this Bratwurst...
10/13/2026

Tonight's NOURISH Cooking Class was stew-pendous! 🍲

While the temperatures still haven't quite fallen yet, this Bratwurst, White Bean, Apple & Cabbage stew taught by Chef Phil Beattie is sure to be a hit!

Thank you to our chef and to all who came out tonight to learn, connect, and eat this evening! A big shout-out to the Kroc Center of South Bend for hosting our program! Learn more about our program with the link in the comments!

Come one, come all!! Stop on by the REAL Services Senior Resource Fair Tailgate at the Portage Commons today from 1PM - ...
10/09/2026

Come one, come all!!

Stop on by the REAL Services Senior Resource Fair Tailgate at the Portage Commons today from 1PM - 4PM and connect with our booth on the programs and assistance our office provides!!

There's music, food, and a plethora of activities to help kick off your weekend in style!

The Portage Commons is located at 133 N. William Street. Come connect with us and leave with some swag! 😎🏈

Annual ITA Conference 🎉Another year of many accomplishments to all of the Townships in Indiana👏🏼
10/09/2026

Annual ITA Conference 🎉Another year of many accomplishments to all of the Townships in Indiana👏🏼

What another incredible night at the Portage Commons for Community & Conversations! There’s something special about shar...
10/08/2026

What another incredible night at the Portage Commons for Community & Conversations!

There’s something special about sharing a meal. It’s more than what’s on the plate; it’s the conversations, the laughter, the familiar faces, and the new connections that remind us we’re never truly alone in our community.

At the Portage Township Trustee Office, we believe everyone deserves a place at the table. Events like this are a beautiful reminder that sometimes, the most meaningful thing we can do is simply show up, share a meal, and make space for one another.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who joined us, helped make this evening possible, and continues to make Portage Township a place where neighbors look out for neighbors. 💛

📣 ONLY A FEW MORE DAYS LEFT TO FILL OUT AN APP! 📣We have a few more spots left for children within Portage Township to r...
10/08/2026

📣 ONLY A FEW MORE DAYS LEFT TO FILL OUT AN APP! 📣

We have a few more spots left for children within Portage Township to receive new winter coats through our Coats for Kids Program! Stop on by our office, located at 340 Columbia Street, just behind the post office, to fill out an application today!

If you're curious about what you may need to fill out an app, give us a call! 574-233-2126!

Office Hours:
Mon - Thu, 8AM - 4:30PM
Fri, 8AM - 12PM

Last night's NOURISH Cooking Class was love at first bite!! Our class got into slow cooker meal prep, making a tasty chi...
10/07/2026

Last night's NOURISH Cooking Class was love at first bite!! Our class got into slow cooker meal prep, making a tasty chicken enchilada filling that can be used in a variety of dishes!

Perfect for burritos, over a bowl of rice, or in pita, this enchilada recipe was stuffed with corn, black beans, tomatoes and green chilies!

Thank you to everyone who came out last night, and a huge thank you to our community partner OneRoof Southeast!

🏈🍂 IT’S GAME DAY FOR SENIOR RESOURCES! 🍂🏈Fall is here, and we’re kicking it off with something special! 🎉Join us for the...
10/06/2026

🏈🍂 IT’S GAME DAY FOR SENIOR RESOURCES! 🍂🏈

Fall is here, and we’re kicking it off with something special! 🎉

Join us for the FIRST ANNUAL SENIOR RESOURCE TAILGATE on Friday, October 9, from 1 PM to 4 PM at Portage Commons Senior Enrichment Center! 📣

📍 133 N. William Street, South Bend, IN 46601
🚗 Tailgate-style in the Portage Commons parking lot!

Come enjoy an afternoon packed with:

🌭 FOOD
🎶 MUSIC
🤝 LOCAL RESOURCES
💉 COVID-19, FLU & PNEUMONIA VACCINATIONS
🎁 PRIZES
🏈 And plenty of fun!

You’ll also have the chance to connect with local organizations ready to help you thrive, with resources covering healthcare, caregiving, legal services, senior living, veterans services, hospice care, transportation, lifelong learning, and more.

Whether you’re looking for resources for yourself, a loved one, or simply want to see what’s available in our community — come hang out, grab some food, and get connected!

🍁 Let’s kick off fall together!

A big thank-you to our sponsors, Portage Commons Senior Enrichment Center and SouthernCare Hospice Services, for helping make this event possible! ❤️

No ticket required. Just bring yourself, your questions, and your fall spirit!

Address

340 Columbia Avenue
South Bend, IN
46601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+15742332126

Website

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