Muscatine Center for Social Action

06/06/2026

In response to the heartbreaking events of June 1st, a fund has been established to support the families directly affected by this loss.

Charitable donations to the fund will help address immediate and ongoing family needs, including memorial-related expenses, through the coordination of Saints Mary and Mathias Church.

Community members who wish to show support may do so through the giving options listed below. We continue to hold these families and all who are grieving in our hearts.

Link to donate: https://cfgm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=5191

06/03/2026

It has taken time to find the words to share after the heartbreaking tragedy that shook our community earlier this week.

Over the past two days, many of us have been trying to process an unimaginable loss. As the shock begins to settle, the grief remains. Our hearts continue to ache for the lives lost, for the families and loved ones left behind, and for everyone whose sense of safety and peace has been impacted.

In times like these, there are no perfect words. There is only the importance of coming together with compassion, kindness, and care for one another. As a community, we mourn together, support one another, and hold space for the many emotions that accompany such a devastating event.

Please remember to give yourself and others grace. Grief looks different for everyone. Some may feel sadness, anger, confusion, fear, or numbness. There is no right or wrong way to navigate a tragedy, and healing does not follow a timeline.

We also want to recognize and thank the first responders, medical personnel, advocates, and community members who have stepped forward to help during this difficult time. Their compassion and dedication have been a source of strength for so many.

To every individual, family, and responder affected, please know that you are not alone. Our thoughts remain with you today and in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

For those experiencing domestic violence or feeling unsafe at home, support is available. Our shelter provides a safe, confidential, undisclosed location for women and their children, with trained staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to offer advocacy, resources, and support.

We provide a warm, home-like environment with private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and safe areas for children. Food, clothing, hygiene items, and other essentials are available immediately, and pet fostering arrangements can be made so that no family member is left behind.

You do not have to face this alone. Whenever you are ready, we are here.

Domestic Violence Shelter (24/7): 563-288-0220

Crisis Line: 563-263-8080

05/17/2026

Thank you! 💚

We had the privilege of dropping off 3 large boxes of donations collected by our church family for the Muscatine Center for Social Action! 💙

From hygiene products and cleaning supplies to paper products and easy meals, thank you to everyone who gave and helped us serve our community in a practical way. We are grateful for every opportunity to show the love of Jesus. 🙌

04/30/2026

Reminder! 💙 We’re still collecting donations all month long to support our community through the Muscatine Center for Social Action !

Drop-off bins are located inside the Legacy Cafe entrance—stop by anytime in April to give.

Most needed items:
🧼 Household cleaning supplies
🪥 Hygiene products (deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, razors, shaving cream, tampons, pads)
🧺 Laundry soap
🧻 Paper towels & toilet paper
🗑️ Trash bags
🛁 Towels
🛏️ Air mattresses
💧 Water bottles
🍜 Microwavable meals (Easy Mac, ramen, soups—no refrigeration needed)

Thank you for helping us make a difference! 🙌

04/30/2026

More photos from the evening...

04/30/2026

We are beyond grateful for the incredible support shown at this year’s New Beginnings Gala. 💜

This event was a powerful reflection of what our community can do when we come together in support of survivors.

Because of you, MCSA raised a record-breaking $124,708 to continue providing safety, advocacy, and essential services in our community.

Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, and helped make this night such a success. Your support means everything. 💜

04/22/2026

BIG IMPACT FROM MADISON STUDENTS

The Madison Elementary School-Muscatine Bead Club — made up of four students along with Ms. Jensen and Ms. Crain — turned creativity into compassion this spring.

During spring conferences last month, they sold around 30 handmade bracelets and raised $146, which they used to purchase 12 plastic jugs of laundry detergent for the Muscatine Center for Social Action Domestic Shelter. Jason Dornbush of MCSA picked up the detergent Wednesday afternoon.

That donation will provide approximately 1,830 loads of laundry for residents.

The Bead Club meets every Wednesday after school and makes it a tradition each year to choose a cause to support. After reaching out to the shelter and learning that detergent and dish soap were needed, they got to work.

It is a great example of students using their time and talents to give back to their community.

04/19/2026

Such an amazing event last night!