resources

We are devastated to learn about the recent layoffs resulting from the closure of the Tyson Foods plant in Joslin, Illinois. Many Habitat homeowners and partner families are likely affected. If this is true for you, your family, or friends, please reach out to us and let us know how we can support you. We are acquiring employment information and other resources that you may be able to utilize. As resources become available, we will post on this website. 

Staffing Agencies

Scott County, Iowa Employment resources
Iowa Workforce Development, Davenport https://workforce.iowa.gov
Address: 1801 East Kimberly Rd. Suite A, Davenport, IA 52807
Phone Number: 563-445-3200
 
Rock Island County, Illinois Employment resources
American Job Center – Rock Island
https://theamericanjobcenter.org
https://theamericanjobcenter.org/job-seekers.php
Address: 500 42nd Street, Suite #6, Rock Island, IL 61201
Phone Number: 309-429-6429

Marathon Staffing,
​job listings
https://jobs.marathonstaffing.com
national website



Misc. Resources
City of Moline Emergency Rental & Utility Assistance – Help for eligible Moline renters experiencing financial hardship
Project NOW, Inc. – Housing, utility and other assistance. Located at 1830 2nd Avenue in Rock Island. You can call them at 309-793-6391.
The Salvation Army Moline – Emergency assistance and support. Reach out at 309-764-2811 or visit their Moline location at 2200 5th Avenue.
River Bend Food Bank – Food assistance through local pantries and community partners
Colona Township Hardship Assistance - Help for Colona residents experiencing hardships. Call the Colona Township office at 309-792-8770.
Colona Food Pantry - Food assistance for Colona Township residents. Located at 617 8th Street, Colona, Illinois.
Henry County Health Department
Illinois Housing Help - Provides emergency housing assistance to help renters maintain stable, affordable housing.
Geneseo Food Pantry - Provide food, clothing, referrals for heat and energy assistance.
Illinois workNet - Provides layoff assistance, job opportunities and training.
IDES - Career resources for the state of Illinois.
Iowa Workforce Development - Career resources for the state of Iowa.
houseiowa - Housing resources for the state of Iowa.
American Job Center - Helps job seekers with free resume, interview and career support.
World Relief Quad Cities - Helps immigrant families with employment support and opportunities.
Heart of Hope outreach has opened a weekly food box to families affected by the Tyson closure (bring Tyson employee badge):  1740 9th Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201
JOB FAIR at Vibrant Arena - September 2nd 12-4 PM: 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265