1984

Founded in 1984 by a coalition of local churches from various denominations, Iron County Care and Share began with a simple but powerful mission: to combat hunger in our community. Starting as a food bank, the organization quickly expanded its services to include an emergency shelter program, reflecting our commitment to addressing the broader needs of those facing hardship.​​

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1996-2000

In 1996, we introduced a transitional housing program for single homeless men and women, followed by the launch of an emergency assistance program in 1997 to support homeless individuals and low-income families in Iron County. Our services continued to grow, and by 2000, we had added a dedicated homeless outreach program to our offerings.

 

2007-2010

To better meet the needs of our community, we opened a new 5,300-square-foot Food Pantry in September 2007, and in 2010, with the help of generous donations, we built a new Emergency Shelter capable of providing safe housing not only for single men and women but also for entire families.

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2017

In 2017 alone, Iron County Care and Share distributed over 600,000 pounds of food to nearly 1,000 families experiencing food insecurity. Our Emergency Temporary Shelter provided over 8,000 nights of safe shelter to more than 450 individuals, children, and families, along with daily meals, sack lunches, and case management services focused on achieving self-sufficiency. Additionally, we offered drop-in day services, including laundry, showers, meals, and supportive assistance.

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Now

With 23 dedicated employees, Iron County Care and Share provides crucial support to our neighbors in need every day, often around the clock. Our small but determined team, together with hundreds of committed volunteers, works tirelessly to offer essential services and create pathways to stability for those in crisis.

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We serve Beaver, Garfield, Iron and Kane Counties, a total of 18, 226 square miles in rural southwest Utah.

• Iron County = 3,301 square miles

• Garfield County = 5,208 square miles

• Beaver County = 2,592 square miles

• Kane County = 7, 125 square miles

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For the Future

Through partnerships with community organizations, neighboring counties, and state agencies, Iron County Care and Share is dedicated to helping homeless and low-income individuals and families work towards self-sufficiency. Our mission is to address the real and immediate needs of those living in poverty, providing essential resources to prevent households from falling into severe crisis and homelessness. Every day, we strive to offer a lifeline to the residents of Iron County, empowering them to build a more secure and hopeful future.​​