Since its beginning in 1909, MorningStar Mission has existed for one purpose – to bring Christ-centered help to people in need.
This Thanksgiving, help bring HOPE and create lasting memories for people in need across Joliet, Will County, and Chicagoland through MorningStar Mission. Your support means someone struggling with hunger or homelessness can enjoy a meal they might not have had otherwise—a meal that could truly change their life!
How We Help
MorningStar provides hope and healing for all those ready to make a change in their lives.
Feeding the Hungry
Homeless and at-risk guests enjoy nutritious, warm meals 7 days a week at our East Side Café.
Safe Shelter
We provide safe shelter and housing for women and children, men, youth, and Veterans.
Recovery
Our residential and transitional housing programs help those through the Recovery journey.
Guidance & Counseling
Find compassionate, professional help for personal counseling and career assistance.
Get Involved – Become a Volunteer!
Meals
Serve a delicious meal in our East Side Cafe.
Events
Help with donor events and item distribution.
Stores
Assist visitors at our Treasure Chest thrift stores.
Community
Join us in cleaning up our communities.
With your support, we’re working to bring a better tomorrow to those in need.
Just $2.48
provides someone with a hot meal and care, plus gets them into warm shelter and introduces them to MorningStar’s life-changing programs.
“I don’t know what would have happened without MorningStar.” – Carena
You helped this young single mom find relief for her family
Carena’s life was already stressful enough as a single mother of two young children, a 3-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl. Her son has autism, which made parenting even more challenging …
We’re Hiring
Join our team. Put your compassion into action.
