Food Pantry
The Social Services Department has been in operation within the scope of services provided by the MLK Center since 1966.
The Social Services Department serves over 2,000 unduplicated low income residents each year.
Our pantry offers:
- Food Distribution on Tuesday and Thursdays (Except Holidays)
- Clothing – based on availability
- Services linkages to outside agencies
- Emergency food service
- Referral to other in-house programs
- Participate in seasonal voucher programs
Senior Citizens
- Case Management Services for the elderly residents of the Alexander W. Thompson elderly Housing Complex.
- Senior Citizen Meetings
- Guest Speaker series for topics concerning Senior Citizen Health and well-being
- Senior walking/exercise program three days a week
- Low impact aerobic/weight lifting/exercise program for seniors
- Senior Food Box Program
Other Services
The Social Services Unit also coordinates seasonal programs including:
- VITA Income Tax Preparation
- Coats for Kids
- Christmas Toy Distribution
To Inquire About Renting the Center
From life's biggest milestones to the everyday moments worth celebrating, the MLK Event Center is ready to welcome you and your guests.
Interested in seeing the space or learning more about availability and rental options? Reach out today to ask about available dates, rental information, or scheduling a tour of the MLK Event Center.
Contact Felecia Graham
fgraham@mlkcentererie.org
To Inquire About Renting the Center
From life's biggest milestones to the everyday moments worth celebrating, the MLK Event Center is ready to welcome you and your guests.
Interested in seeing the space or learning more about availability and rental options? Reach out today to ask about available dates, rental information, or scheduling a tour of the MLK Event Center.
Contact Felecia Graham
fgraham@mlkcentererie.org
