Family Service Society

11/01/2026

November is here! Check out all the things happening this month at Family Service Society.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! Thanks to everyone who stopped by our Halloween party. We hope you had fun! 🎃👻

10/30/2026

Things are getting spooky at Family Service Society! 👻🎃

Our pantry shelves are looking a little too scary… they’re bare! We need your help restocking them.

Drop off donations Monday–Friday, 9–3:30, or shop our Amazon wishlist!

🛒 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13Z3T1X7N3WP0/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Thank you for helping us keep our shelves (and our community) full!

10/30/2026

🎅TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP FOR SANTA FOR A SENIOR!🎅 Are you 55 or older, or an adult with a disability, living in McCracken County and in need of a little extra help this Christmas? If so, stop by Family Service Society! We will be taking applications until 3 today.

10/27/2026

Medicaid & Insurance Benefits Workshop

📅 Friday, October 30 | 10:00 AM

Join Wellcare, UHC, and Kynect to learn about Medicaid options, upcoming changes, insurance benefits, rewards, and how to choose the plan that’s right for you.

Snacks will be provided!

10/27/2026

We’re so thankful for Holiday Lone Oak and their recent donations to our food pantry! Thank you for thinking of Family Service Society and helping us take care of our neighbors!

10/27/2026

We’re so thankful for our friends at Signet Federal Credit Union for recognizing this need. We’re lucky to have such thoughtful community partners who take the time to find ways to make a lasting impact!

Sometimes, the greatest needs are the ones we don't realize exist until someone shares their story. And this season of giving, we learned something that changed our perspective.

When families face housing insecurity, local nonprofits often help provide a safe, warm place to stay through temporary hotel accommodations. But while a hotel room can offer shelter and security, it doesn't always provide something many of us rely on every day: a kitchen to prepare a warm meal.

Our friends at Family Service Society shared another challenge they've seen firsthand. Fresh produce was sometimes going unused, not because families didn't want it, but because they hadn't always had the opportunity to learn how to prepare it.

So, Family Service Society found a way to help! They began offering cooking classes to teach families how to turn simple ingredients into affordable, nutritious meals. Giving them not just food for today, but skills they can carry with them for years to come.

And when we asked how Signet could help, the answer wasn't just food.
It was Crock-Pots and air fryers.

Something as simple as a small kitchen appliance can open the door to more meal options, greater independence, and the comfort of preparing a warm meal for yourself or your family.

That's why Signet Federal Credit Union was grateful for the opportunity to donate Crock-Pots and air fryers to support Family Service Society's cooking classes. ❤️

As we enter the season of giving, this experience reminded us of something worth sharing:
Sometimes, the most meaningful way to give begins by listening.

Nonperishable food donations are incredibly valuable, and so are the many other ways our community comes together to help. But every family, every situation, and every need is different.

Our local nonprofits are doing incredible work every day. They're building relationships, listening to families, understanding their challenges, and finding ways to make a lasting difference.

So, this season, we encourage you to connect with a nonprofit in your community and ask one simple question:
"What do the people you serve need most right now?"

You might be surprised by the answer. We certainly learned something new.

Because giving isn't always about what we have to offer. Sometimes, it's about taking the time to understand what will make the greatest difference. ❤️

10/25/2026

🎅 Help us spread the word to those who may need a little extra help this Christmas!

Family Service Society will be accepting applications for our annual Santa for a Senior program October 26–30.

Please help us get the word out and encourage those who may qualify to start gathering the required documents for the application process. Applications must be completed in person. Check out the flyer for additional details or give us a call if you have any questions! 🎄🎁

10/23/2026

Hey, what they said! 🛒❤️

Groceries for Good is back, and we’d love your help! This is a great way to give back to the community while supporting local food pantries, including Family Service Society!

Volunteers are needed at grocery stores all over town on Saturday, November 14th. If you have a little time to spare, reach out to Gary at [email protected] to find a shift that works for you!

Thank you for helping us help others!

Looking for a good way to give back to the community and SHARE your time for non-profits all over our area?

Volunteers are needed for the return of Groceries for Good on Saturday, November 14th! There are shifts at grocery stores all over town, if you have the time then reach out to Gary at [email protected] to see how you can be involved!

10/22/2026

🎃👻 Join us TONIGHT for our Halloween Party! 🕸️🧡

Snacks, games, and surprises are waiting for you at Family Service Society! Come celebrate with us from 5–7 for an evening full of Halloween fun!