NOW Program

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NOW Program The NOW program is a program that sends supplemental food home on weekends with a specific number of students in the Robinson School District.

The NOW Program (Nutrition On Weekends), located at the First United Methodist Church in Robinson, IL, provides supplemental food to a specific number of student within the Robinson school district. 100% of the donations go to the food program. The NOW program is very similar to the "backpack program" that many communities across the country have in place. The NOW program has been very well received and supported by the Robinson community. As our monetary and food donations grow , the number of students we are able to serve will as well. During the summer months we also serve all of Crawford County with our free summer lunches and our Back to School shopping day! We have been blessed and we want to bless others.

The Blessing Box and Mini Library have arrived!We are so excited to be partnering with the Robinson Area Food Pantry as ...
10/13/2026

The Blessing Box and Mini Library have arrived!

We are so excited to be partnering with the Robinson Area Food Pantry as we fight food insecurity together!

A huge thank you to C**t Poetker and the Building Trades Class for building and installing them!

And to Robinson First United Methodist Church for giving them a home!

Wryn Medsker loving stocked the blessing box last night, so please come get what you need!

There are also small bags of hygiene products, labeled for men or women.

Please stay tuned, as colder months draw nearer we will be adding coats, blankets, etc!

You can find them in NOW Program: Community Garden on the west side of Robinson First United Methodist Church!

Thank you so much, MarkCindy Hollingsworth Grimm for all the work you do for the 5K Your Way Fundraiser!Through your ded...
10/03/2026

Thank you so much, MarkCindy Hollingsworth Grimm for all the work you do for the 5K Your Way Fundraiser!

Through your dedication all four of Crawford County’s NOW Programs benefit!

We are so lucky to have you both!!

Stop and see us at Heath Harvest Festival!
10/03/2026

Stop and see us at Heath Harvest Festival!

09/18/2026

Would anyone know of a person or business that has a flat bed truck that NOW could use?

Walmart is allowing us to purchase all of their clearance school supplies, like they do every year. (The time and fund that our Walmart saves for our shopping day is so appreciated.)

I have a trailer but they think it would be easier for them to put all supplies on pallets and then they can load it up onto a flat bed truck.

If anyone knows of a flat bed truck that would be willing to help us out, I’d be so appreciative! I will pay for the gas used!

Please let me know!

Thank you so much to the amazing staff at Walmart Robinson for allowing us to clearance shop! We are so lucky to have a ...
09/17/2026

Thank you so much to the amazing staff at Walmart Robinson for allowing us to clearance shop! We are so lucky to have a community focused business like our Walmart!

We are always preparing for the Shopping Day!

P.S. Have you ever seen a cuter assistant?!

Emotional post incoming:Some people become a part of NOW, and some people become a part of our story. Zach is truly one ...
09/08/2026

Emotional post incoming:

Some people become a part of NOW, and some people become a part of our story. Zach is truly one of those special people.

For years, Zach has been a constant and dedicated presence within NOW. Every year, he has set up his lemonade and snack stand, turning something so simple into something incredibly meaningful. Through his own hard work, determination, and big heart, Zach has raised over $15,000 for NOW.

And this year feels a little different because Zach is a senior.

We’ve had the privilege of watching him grow, year after year, and we couldn’t be more proud of the young man he has become. His generosity, compassion, and commitment to helping others have made a lasting impact on our organization and on the lives of so many people we serve.

Zach’s family has also been such an incredible part of the NOW family. Their continued love, support, and dedication mean more to us than words can truly express.

Zach, thank you for believing in NOW, for showing up year after year, and for reminding us that one person with a big heart really can make a difference. Your lemonade stand may have started small, but the impact you’ve made is anything but.

We are so incredibly grateful for you, so proud of you, and so lucky to call you part of the NOW family.

Here’s to your senior year, Zach — and to all the amazing things ahead. Never forget how much good you’ve already put into this world.

🎶☕ LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY! ☕🎶Start your Saturday morning with good coffee, good company, and LIVE music from **Mark Re...
09/05/2026

🎶☕ LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY! ☕🎶

Start your Saturday morning with good coffee, good company, and LIVE music from **Mark Reeder**! 🎸

Mark will be joining us at Voyagers Coffee this Saturday from **10:00–11:30 AM**, bringing a morning of heartfelt music and positive energy to the shop.

❤️ **And this performance is about more than just the music!** Mark is generously donating a portion of what he makes that day to the **NOW Program**, helping support the incredible work they do to provide meals for local students.

So come out, grab a coffee, enjoy some great live music, and help us support **not only Mark, but an amazing program making a difference for kids in our community!** 🙌

📅 **Saturday, September 5**
⏰ **10:00–11:30 AM**
📍 **Voyagers Coffee**

Good coffee. Great music. An even better cause. ❤️☕🎶

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Robinson, IL

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+16185448016

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