Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance, inc.
Ames, Iowa
Emergency assistance for Story County residents, offered with dignity, encouragement, and support
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Because life can be tough sometimes,
Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance Cares
Our clients come from throughout Story County, Iowa and from many walks of life. Each person who walks through our door seeks hope and help. Providing that has been our mission for 27 years.
Available to Story County Residents
Various types of services
Volunteer-driven organization
Supported by Story County faith communities, community grants, community organizations, and individual donations
Emergency Food Vouchers
Food assistance in a crisis, and information about additional resources
Emergency Gasoline Vouchers and Individual CyRide Tickets
Transportation assistance for mobility and active living
Utilities Assistance
Assistance to keep the lights, water and phone on
Rent Assistance
Client Testimonials
“Thank you for helping me through the online application. I am glad I didn’t have to go out during the pandemic.” -MA
“Miss Lori is so helpful. She gave me so much information about all the other helping places I could go. God bless.” -GS
“One day I won’t need help anymore – I hope. Thank you to the people at Good Neighbor who have helped me while I can’t work.” – JT
Latest News
Does It Feel Like Home?
In November 2019, Good Neighbor had a record breaking Fall Choral Concert where we raised over $12,000. It was an inspiring afternoon of support from area faith communities and area service clubs, as well as the local choral groups. We were excited to think that the...
Choices
CHOICESThis morning I had to take some Good Neighbor Food Vouchers to a partner agency that was distributing food to families in need. It was a stretch to get out of bed and face the -5 temperature at 8:30 am. But then my usual motivator kicked in – that is, the...
Gratitude In, Gratitude Out
Gratitude doesn't just go out our door to those who make Good Neighbor possible, almost every day it finds its way into our agency as well. Everyone we help offers their gratitude for however we are able to help them. Every phone call and every email we receive always...
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