REDEEMER CITY CHURCH · COMMUNITY RESOURCES
You don’t have to
face this alone.
Practical help. A caring community. Hope in Jesus.
We love Auburn and the people who call it home. We believe lasting hope is found in Jesus Christ, and we know that individuals and families sometimes need practical support along the way.
As part of our vision to love our city with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we want to help you connect with resources for everyday needs and difficult seasons.
Find community helpHELP CLOSE TO HOME
What kind of support do you need?
Explore these organizations serving Auburn and DeKalb County. Contact each provider directly for current availability, hours, and eligibility.
Food & everyday essentials
FOOD PANTRY & FREE MEALS · WATERLOO
Warm a Heart
Waterloo Community Outreach Ministry / Warm a Heart offers food pantry assistance and free community meals at 100 W. Railroad Street in Waterloo. Contact the team for current hours and details.
Find Warm a Heart details ↗260-573-8188FOOD ASSISTANCE · AUBURN
Heimach Center Food Pantry
The DeKalb County Council on Aging offers a small emergency food pantry and an outdoor community pantry at 1800 E. 7th Street in Auburn. Call for current availability and details.
View food assistance details ↗260-925-3311LOCAL CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
SonShine Ministries
Food pantry, financial assistance, a thrift shop, and seasonal support for DeKalb County neighbors. Also known as Shelter Ministries.
Explore available help ↗260-925-9200CHRISTIAN FOOD PANTRY · BUTLER
Roots of Giving
A Christian food pantry serving neighbors in Butler and the surrounding area. Contact the team for current food assistance, distribution details, and ways to get help.
Explore Roots of Giving ↗260-570-3162FOOD PANTRIES & FREE MEALS
DeKalb County Food Finder
Fortify Life’s local directory helps you find food pantries and free meals by town, day, and type of support.
Find food nearby ↗FOOD & FAMILY ESSENTIALS
Catholic Charities · Auburn
The Community Center of Caring food pantry and North Region programs help local families with food and seasonal needs, including school supplies and winter coats.
Visit Catholic Charities ↗260-925-0917Housing & utility support
HOUSING & RESOURCE NAVIGATION
Fortify Life
Connect with a local team about housing needs, eviction assistance, financial assistance, and finding other community resources.
Contact the help team ↗260-226-8836 · ext. 106CHRIST-CENTERED CARE FOR WOMEN
Hearten House
A Gospel rescue mission in Auburn providing shelter and restorative care for women experiencing homelessness. Contact the team to learn about its programs and admission process.
Learn about Hearten House ↗260-333-7223HELP WITH HOME ENERGY COSTS
Brightpoint
Energy assistance helps eligible DeKalb County households with a portion of heating costs. Visit the program page for application dates and requirements.
Explore utility assistance ↗800-589-3506Pregnancy & family support
CHRISTIAN PREGNANCY SUPPORT
DeKalb Pregnancy Center
Free, confidential support and education for women and families in Auburn. Contact the center to ask about pregnancy services, parenting education, and available material support.
Visit DeKalb Pregnancy Center ↗260-925-3267MORE LOCAL CONNECTIONS
Support for your family
For needs not listed here, United Way’s resource directory and Indiana 211 can help you find additional local services.
Browse the local resource directory ↗Transportation, connection & work
RIDES & SENIOR SUPPORT
Heimach Center & DART
The DeKalb County Council on Aging offers senior activities and support. DART provides public transportation for people of all ages in DeKalb County.
Explore services and transportation ↗EMPLOYMENT & CAREER SUPPORT
WorkOne
Find employment assistance, career guidance, and connections to training. Use the official locator to find the office serving DeKalb County.
Find your WorkOne office ↗FOLLOWING JESUS TOGETHER
Grow in faith.
Discipleship is learning to follow Jesus in everyday life. Whether you are exploring the Gospel or have followed Christ for years, we want to help you grow in God’s Word, build relationships, and put your faith into practice.
Take your next steps
Learn about our Next Steps Class, Missional Communities, and opportunities to grow and serve alongside others.
Explore Next Steps →Explore what we believe
Get to know the biblical convictions that shape our teaching and our life together as a church.
Get to know RCC →Let’s talk about faith
Have questions about Jesus, the Bible, or your next step? We would love to listen and help you find a place to begin.
Start a conversation →PARTNERING WITH RCC FAMILIES
You don’t have to parent alone.
We want to come alongside you as you help your children know Jesus, understand the Bible, and grow in the Gospel. Connect with our kids ministry team for questions about RCC Kids or encouragement as you nurture faith at home.
Discover RCC Kids
Explore our six classrooms, Gospel Project curriculum, and the caring volunteers who serve our children.
Explore RCC Kids →Talk with our kids team
Pam and our Kids Min Lead Team would love to hear your questions and help your family take its next steps.
Ask Our Kids Team →Need practical support?
Our community directory includes pregnancy and family support, food assistance, and other local services.
Find local family support →WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
Need someone to walk alongside you?
We would love to listen, pray with you, and help you find your next steps. Whether you are part of RCC, attend another church, or are not connected to a local church at all, we want to come alongside you. If you haven’t found the help you need here, please reach out. Tell us a little about your situation, and we’ll do our best to connect you with support and resources.
These links connect you directly with community providers. Services and eligibility may change; please confirm details with the organization. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.