Hands On Faith
is what we call all of our JUSTICE and SERVICE initiatives.
Protest
Several members of Sanctuary traveled to Des Moines in February, 2025 to protest the passing of a bill that overturns rights added to the Iowa Civil Rights code in 2007. The bill erases 18 years of providing important protections for our neighbors and family who are transgender. The legislation is immoral and harmful. No one should have their civil rights taken away from them.
We will continue to fight for justice in our state.
Here’s what Hands On Faith looks like at Sanctuary:
Cougar Chow: food assistance for students at Coralville Central Elementary
Provisions: essential household items for people in transitional housing
$10,000 Blessing: a grant for a local nonprofit awarded annually at Easter
Ukrainian Refugee Resettlement: sponsoring a Ukrainian family to relocate to the Iowa City area
Volunteering: serving with other folks from Sanctuary as we partner with local nonprofits like Houses Into Homes, Habitat for Humanity, and more
Emergency Assistance Fund: rent, utility, or other assistance for individuals and families facing need
Collection Drives: diapers, mittens, winter coats, and other items collected throughout the year
Donate to Hands on Faith
through our HoFfering
Some past and current nonprofits that Sanctuary has worked with:
Serving Local Food Banks and Pantries
A rapidly increasing number of our friends and neighbors are relying on local food pantries for critical support. Some of these pantries have experienced a 50% increase in the number of households they serve since the beginning of the pandemic. Please consider volunteering your time for a shift at one of these great organizations.
How to volunteer:
CommUnity Food Bank - Click here to sign up
Coralville Food Pantry - Click here for more information
IC Compassion - Click here to fill out their volunteer form
North Liberty Community Pantry - Click here to sign up
Contact David with any questions or ideas for HoF events. david@sanctuaryic.org.