Madison County Community Development

Funding is still available for those who need vision assistance to those who qualify.

Do you need an eye exam? Assistance is available to income qualified individuals for eye exams, glasses and contacts. Give us a call at 618.296.6177 to apply.

More information can be found at https://www.madisoncountyil.gov/departments/community_development/csbgprogram.php

Happening today from 11am-1pm.

Come to Our Table Friday Outreach - August 28, 2026

Doors open at 9:00a for showers and laundry.

Lunch served 11:00a-1:00p

Please use doors closest to the Blessing Box

First Baptist Church of Edwardsville
534 St Louis Street
Edwardsville, Il

Here is some information regarding the Madison County Continuum of Care, and ways that you and your orginazation can participate.

Learn more about the Madison County Partnership to End Homelessness at https://sites.google.com/misi.org/madisoncountypartnership/about-us

Did you know that Madison County Catholic Charities can help cover the cost of prescription medication? If you our someone you know is struggling with the cost of prescription medication, please give Catholic Charities a call.

All applicants must meet program eligibility requirements and utilized a partnering pharmacy.

RESOURCE & WELLNESS FAIR 2026

Lewis & Clark Community College invites you to take the next step in your wellness journey at the 2026 Resource & Wellness Fair!

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 The Commons at Lewis & Clark Community College

Stop by to connect with valuable campus and community resources and enjoy activities focused on your health and well-being!

✨ What to expect:
• Campus & community resources
• Wellness activities
• Flu shot clinic
• Therapy dogs 🐾
• Snacks
• Attendance prizes & more!

Come explore available resources, learn something new, and invest in your wellness. Your wellness journey starts here!

For more information, contact Brooke Frank at [email protected] or (618) 468-4130, or Terri Austin at [email protected] or (618) 468-4125.

SSP is excited to announce our upcoming Open House Event:
𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 + 𝗬𝗢𝗨!
Learn how you or a loved one can add SSP into your life!
Staff will be available to share information about our 14 programs and services. PLUS - visit every table and you'll be entered to win an attendance prize!
📆Tuesday, September 22nd
⏰10:00am - 1:00pm
📍Located inside the School House Grill at 2603 N. Rodgers Ave, Alton, IL

Our friends over at the New Douglas, IL Township Park and Rec Plex have made some fantastic improvements to their weight room! Check them out!

We are looking for HVAC Contractors!

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

HVAC CONTRACTORS NEEDED

Madison County Community Development will be accepting proposals from HVAC contractors interested in participating in the Furnace Voucher Program during the period of October 1, 2026, through May 28, 2027. Madison County Community Development (MCCD) will conduct an informational meeting for all interested parties. The informational meeting will be held on August 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Madison County Administration office at 157 N. Main Street, Suite 309, Edwardsville, IL.

Contractors interested in pre-qualifying as a contractor for the Furnace Voucher Program must call our office at 618-296-6485 by 2:00 p.m. August 12, 2026, to register their company name. The purpose of this meeting is to explain the Furnace Voucher Program and for pre-qualification application materials to be completed by the contractor. All contractors who attend will be given a contractor pre-qualification packet. All pre-qualification materials are due by 4:00 p.m. on August 26, 2026, at the Madison County Community Development office, 157 N. Main Street, Suite 312, Edwardsville, IL 62025. Contractors that complete the qualifications and are interested in the Furnace Voucher Program will be accepted as Contractors for the Furnace Voucher Program.

Contractors for the Furnace Voucher Program provide services such as heating system repair and replacement. Further details will be provided at the meeting. Please call 618-296-6485 to let us know if you will attend the meeting, or email [email protected]

Madison County Community Development is an equal opportunity employer, small, minority, and women owned businesses are encouraged to apply.