MOLINE, Ill. — Winter is here, and the Quad Cities have plenty of resources to keep those in need warm.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prolonged exposure to freezing temps, especially without properly bundling up, can put people at risk of hypothermia — abnormally low body temperature — or frostbite — an injury caused by freezing that can lead to the loss of feeling and color to areas it affects.
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Warming centers and shelters in the Quad Cities region
Public spaces, such as malls and libraries, can serve as warming centers for those needing a reprieve from the cold. In addition, numerous nonprofits and community organizations offer overnight shelters for those in need.
Iowa
- Bettendorf Public Library at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf
- 563-344-4175
- Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:40 p.m., closed Sunday
- Davenport Public Library Main Branch at 321 Main St. in Davenport
- 563-326-7832
- Monday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed Sunday
- Davenport Public Library Fairmount Branch at 3000 N. Fairmount St. in Davenport
- 563-326-7832
- Monday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. mto 5:30 p.m., closed Sunday
- Davenport Public Library Eastern Branch at 6000 Eastern Ave. in Davenport
- 563-326-7832
- Monday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed Sunday
- Northpark Mall at 320 Kimberly Rd. in Davenport
- 563-391-4500
- Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 6 p.m.
- Humility Homes and Services in Davenport
- The emergency shelter is open year-round for those experiencing homelessness. This winter, it will offer an 88-bed emergency shelter. The shelter, located at 1016 W. 5th St. in Davenport, is open to men and women who are 18 or older. Those in need of assistance should call 563-322-8065. HHSI said local police will take individuals without transportation to the shelter after hours.
- To support Humility Homes and Services, donate money here or donate an item from the organization's Amazon wish list.
- Winnie’s Place
- Winnie’s Place is a shelter program for women with or without children who are unhoused and/or survivors of domestic abuse. The shelter provides safe housing, food, clothing and support free of charge. If you need shelter, call (309) 757-0757.
- To support the shelter, cash or item donations are accepted at the shelter or the Churches United Office. Bus passes are the most needed items – especially for the Illinois Quad Cities – to help transport women at the shelter to job interviews. Gift cards to Hy-Vee, Aldi, Walmart and Dollar General are also welcome because they can be used to purchase bus tickets.
- King's Harvest Ministries Winter Shelter
- Available for both men and women, this winter shelter located at 824 West 3rd St. in Davenport operates from Dec. 1 through April 15, 2025. Check-in is from 9 to 10 p.m. at the men's shelter and 8 to 9 p.m. at the women's shelter. Both shelters close at 7 a.m. For those with pets, King's Harvest offers a pet assistance program as well to help those looking for permanent housing. More information is available by calling (563) 570-4536.
- Those looking to help the work King's Harvest Ministries is doing can make a donation online here or can drop off needed items at their 3rd Street location on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Items in need include body wash, men's and women's deodorant, toothbrushes and toothpaste, tennis shoes for people of all genders and ages, styrofoam dishes and cleaning products.
- King's Harvest Ministries also has a family shelter and information on that can be found by calling the organization at (563) 570-4536.
Illinois
- East Moline Public Library at 745 16th Ave. in East Moline
- 309-755-9614
- Monday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed Sunday
- Moline Public Library at 3210 41st St. in Moline
- 309-524-2440
- Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Southpark Mall at 4500 16th St. in Moline
- 309-797-6142
- Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Rock Island Public Library at 401 19th St. in Rock Island
- 309-732-7323
- Monday and Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., closed Sunday
- Silvis Public Library at 806 1st Ave. in Silvis
- 309-755-3393
- Monday and Tuesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., closed Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 pm., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., close Sunday
- Knox County Housing Authority Overnight Shelter at 525/527 Iowa Ct. in Galesburg
- Open daily from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- Galesburg Public Safety Building Lobby at 150 S Broad St,
- Open 24 hours daily
- Christian Care in Rock Island
- This organization provides safe shelter for men aged 18 or older. The shelter, located at 2209 3rd Ave. in Rock Island, holds 42 beds, with six of the beds designated for its Veterans Transitional Housing Program.
- Christian Care also provides shelter to women and their children at their Martha's House location in Rock Island, with 20 beds available.
- The warming center is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. when the temps are below 15 degrees. The facility does close briefly before meal times to set up for their meal site.
- To support the shelter, gift a monetary donation to Christian Care, buy most-needed items from the group’s Amazon wish list or drop off food, water and other necessities at the shelter from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They are only accepting donations from their current list of needs here.
To find more warming centers in the area, visit the 211 website.
Free and emergency clothing
- All Saints Lutheran Church, 5002 Jersey Ridge Rd. in Davenport
- Open every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Free winter clothing
- Requires current photo ID
- More information is available by calling (563) 359-9516
- Clothing Center at Minnie's Maison, 1119 LeClaire St.
- Open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon
- Free clothing and shoes
- More information is available by calling (563) 362-0915
- Coats for Kids, 729 21st St. in Bettendorf
- Request winter gear for children through online form
- Closet2Closet, 2613 5th St. in Rock Island
- Current clothing and personal items for foster children and young adults, apply online
- Call (309) 235-8786 or email info@closet2closet.org
- Heart of Hope, 1740 9th Ave. in Rock Island
- Open Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Food and clothing pantry for those in need, call (309) 428-4752
For additional community services available in the Quad Cities area, visit the Quad Cities Iowa/Illinois Community Resources page on Facebook.
