Humanity House

10/14/2026

October 14 is Bald & Free Day—everybody put your hair in the air! Oh, wait… Never mind! Today we salute the glorious shiny heads that laugh at hairbrushes, breeze past shampoo, and wake up with their hairstyle already finished. No tangles, no bedhead, no “my bangs are doing something weird”—just a magnificent dome ready for action! Hold that head high, give it a little victory bobble, and let your confidence shine. Somebody grab the sunglasses—we’ve got some dazzling personalities over here!

10/13/2026

4 DAYS LEFT! DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO BRING HOME THE BACON!
Humanity House's WHOLE HOG RAFFLE is almost here, and one lucky winner is going to have a very well-stocked freezer!
Tickets are just $5 each or 5 for $20! That's a pretty tasty opportunity for a little bit of dough!
We'll be at Farm City Days on Saturday, October 17, for the BIG DRAWING! Don't wait until the last minute — TICKET SALES CLOSE AT 5:00 PM SHARP!
And here's the best part! Every ticket purchased helps Humanity House provide food and assistance to our Allen County neighbors facing difficult times. Win or lose, you're helping make a real difference in our community.
Get your tickets online or in person, and join us at Farm City Days! You don't need to be present to win!
A CHANCE TO WIN BIG AND A CHANCE TO DO GOOD! NOW THAT'S SOMETHING WORTH GETTING EXCITED ABOUT!

10/12/2026

ATTENTION, HUMANS! October 12 is MOMENT OF FRUSTRATION DAY—the official holiday of “ARE YOU KIDDING ME RIGHT NOW?!”

Can’t find your keys? They’re probably in your hand. Printer says “PAPER JAM” when there IS NO PAPER JAM? Time to question reality. Dropped your toast butter-side down? Of course you did. Forgot why you walked into a room? Welcome to the club—we don’t remember why we’re here either!

Today, you are officially allowed to dramatically flop into a chair, glare suspiciously at your computer, argue with an inanimate object, holler “FOR THE LOVE OF CHEESE!” and then go get a snack.

Because sometimes life isn’t about keeping it together…it’s about losing it for 37 seconds, laughing like a maniac, and carrying on like nothing happened.

10/10/2026

October 10 is World Homeless Day.

Homelessness is not just about having nowhere to sleep—it is about people. People with names, stories, hopes, struggles, and dreams for a better tomorrow. It could be your brother, your sister, your parent, your child, your friend—or someone you love dearly. Life can change quickly, and sometimes circumstances leave people without a safe place to call home.

At Humanity House, we believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, kindness, and compassion. Sometimes hope begins with something as simple as a warm meal, a helping hand, a safe place to turn, or someone willing to listen without judgment.

On World Homeless Day, may we look beyond the word homeless and see the person standing in front of us. Because every person is someone’s family, someone’s friend, and someone who matters. When a community chooses compassion over judgment, a small act of kindness can become the first step toward a new beginning.

10/09/2026

Say CHEESE—and maybe hold your nose! October 9 is Moldy Cheese Day, and blue cheese and Brie are strutting onto the snack board like they own the place. Blue cheese brought the funk, Brie wore its fancy rind, and the crackers are wondering how they got invited to this cheesy circus! Give your favorite fancy cheese a round of applause, strike your best “aged to perfection” pose, and remember: you’re never too mature to be a little crackers!

10/08/2026

HOLY HOGWASH! THE PIG IS ABOUT TO LEAVE THE PEN!

Well, slap some bacon on a biscuit and call me Shirley! October 17 is almost here, and that means Humanity House's Whole Hog Raffle is getting ready to squeal its last squeal!

Have you bought your tickets yet, or are you still sitting on the fence watching the pigs go by? For just $5 a ticket or 5 for $20, you could be the proud owner of enough pork to make your freezer holler, "SOMEBODY GET ME A BIGGER DOOR!"

Not enough freezer space? No piggy problem! Split the prize with family, friends, neighbors, or that cousin who shows up every time somebody fires up the grill! And if you're feeling extra generous, the Humanity House Food Pantry would be tickled pink to receive a donation!

But here's where the pork chops meet the purpose! Every ticket helps Humanity House put food on tables and provide utility assistance to Allen County neighbors going through tough times. That's a whole lot of good coming from one very generous pig!

Tickets are available online or in person, but October 17 is the deadline! Don't be the person standing there on October 18 saying, "Well, I'll be hog-tied! I forgot!"

GO HOG WILD! BUY A TICKET! HELP A NEIGHBOR!

Because at Humanity House, we're not just bringing home the bacon... we're bringing home HOPE!

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Just a friendly heads-up! Humanity House will be CLOSED Monday, October 12, in observance of the holiday.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable day! We’ll be back and ready to serve our community when we reopen. Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll see you soon!

10/07/2026

🥕 Food Pantry Update! 🥦

The Food Bank truck was here yesterday, and below is a picture of this month’s produce box!

If you or your family are in need of food, please stop in and see us. We are here to help.

Our regular hours are:
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM–Noon

Please note: Humanity House will be CLOSED Monday for the holiday.

If you think you may need food before we reopen, please plan ahead and stop in before then. We don’t want anyone going through the long weekend without the food they need.

❤️ Humanity House Foundation

10/07/2026

A little grace can make room for a fresh start. October 7 is National Forgiveness Day, a gentle reminder that we all make mistakes, we all have room to grow, and we all deserve kindness—including kindness toward ourselves. Forgiveness can take time, and it doesn’t mean forgetting or letting go of healthy boundaries. Today, consider offering a heartfelt apology, taking a small step toward peace, or giving yourself permission to begin again. Let’s make room for kindness, healing, and hope.