Beencouragingnow

6 Ellen Drive

Lynwood, Illinois 60411

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Practical Help.
Caring Support.
Community Impact.

Be Encouraged Now is a community-based nonprofit serving individuals and families through outreach, resource support, and compassionate care during difficult seasons.

Dedicated Team

Compassionate & Committed

Empowering Programs

Education & career support

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Clothing Giveaway

🌟 Clothing Giveaway

Saturday, March 28, 2026 • 10 AM – 1 PM
Faith United Methodist Church, Dolton, IL

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Recent Reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Nice clothes for your needs. Very nice and warm facility in Dolton. I found some really nice things. Check them out!

Lauana
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Love this program.

Kasyah Sydnor
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

I was standing on the corner freezing and Minister Joseph full up and gave me hat gloves coat and a meal. God bless him and his ministry

John Johnson
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Every morning I wake up with an inspirational message from scripture that helps to guide me everyday.

This means a lot to me.

Brion Parrish
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Be Encouraged Now provides peace, hope, and a reminder of God’s love. God is so awesome! Thanks for all you do!!

Monique Drake
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

This man of God is so very humble and helpful. As the leader of Be Encouraged Know, he makes certain that he and his team goes above and beyond, servicing those who are in need! I thank God for these wonderful people whose overall duty is graciously taking care of people. Blessings to you all!

Jason Johnson
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Speaks the truth and is always on call!!! One God’s strongest soldiers!!!! You need a prayer or just daily encouragement contact and go follow on social media platform “Be Encouraged Now” 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🤲🏾🤲🏾🤲🏾🤲🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾!!!

Donald Bell Jr.
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Always thankful to know that Minister Joe is praying for me.

Tiffany Sydnor
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

This organization and its mission have been and will continue to be a blessing to so many! Keep up the good work!

Roberta M. Coleman
Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 7, 2026

Had a great time loading clothes and giving back to the community! Everyone involved was helpful and friendly, zero complaints.

Ryan jackson

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Be Encouraged Now Inc

6 Ellen drive

Lynwood Illinois 60411

About Us

Inspiring Strength and Growth during Tough Times

At our organization, we firmly believe that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right. Our commitment lies in responding to the needs of our community by providing food distribution and support services. Therefore, we hold deep respect, compassion, and honesty as core values in all our interactions and activities. We value actively listening and learning, recognizing and celebrating the worth and diversity of every individual. We prioritize nutrition education and advocacy programs that foster self-sufficiency and promote sustainable food systems. We strive for the wise utilization of resources, continually seeking new ways to enhance our services and effectively leveraging community support to sustain our mission. We appreciate the invaluable contributions of our staff and volunteers, recognizing their diverse talents, backgrounds, passion, and unwavering commitment to the community. We uphold the value of excellence in leadership, viewing ourselves as servant leaders and collaborative partners for social change. We embrace creativity, the pursuit of knowledge, and the sharing of expertise, as they lead to social justice and positive transformation. These values form the foundation of our organization as we work towards creating a community where everyone has access to nutritious food and where dignity, respect, and compassion are upheld.

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Why Choose Us

We Take Care All Your Needs!

Our programs and initiatives are designed to uplift and inspire, offering a helping hand to those facing various challenges. Whether it’s providing educational resources, offering career development opportunities, or addressing mental health concerns, we aim to be a source of encouragement and support for individuals striving to improve their lives. Your generous contribution can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. With your support, we can continue to:

Best Service

We meet people where they are. We access Individual needs and proceed expeditiously
to provide support.

Great Team

We are committed to spreading positivity
and assisting individuals navigate through
difficult periods in their lives.

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When you choose to join us, you are not just entering an organization or community; you are embracing a warm and welcoming family that will support you as you seek to meet your needs.

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