Community
Our Roots
Here at P.U.N.C.H. Davenport (People Uniting Neighbors and Churches), we know that sometimes all it takes to change the world is a little support. Since our founding in 2007, we have been determined to make an impact. The core of our efforts is to bring our team’s fresh ideas and passion to the range of activities we’re involved in. Through all of our endeavors we hope to display the conviction behind our beliefs.
St. Ambrose Critical Thinking Honors Class
Chose the PUNCH Gardens as their project this Spring 2023 to help with communities Sustainable Food Source and Reduce Food Deserts. Click on the video below to learn more about Food Deserts and Sustainable Food Sources. Thank You St Ambrose Students!
Get Involved
Make Your Mark
Make a Donation
With donation by mail - PUNCH Davenport at 1401 N. Perry Street, Davenport, IA 52803
Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Make a Donation and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to lend your support. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow. Get in touch with us today for more details about how you can help.
Partner with Us
Have an Impact
Our organization always appreciates the generosity and involvement of people like you, with every contribution going towards making P.U.N.C.H. Davenport (People Uniting Neighbors and Churches) an even better Non-Profit Organization than it already is. We want to provide you with the correct and appropriate information pertaining to your mode of support, so don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions.
Volunteer Your Time
Help Us Soar
This is one of the simplest ways to help out our cause. We believe the best way for our initiatives to be successful is for the community to actively get involved. This is an easy and efficient way of contributing to the great work we do at P.U.N.C.H. Davenport (People Uniting Neighbors and Churches). Get in touch with any questions about how you can Volunteer Your Time today.
Participate at Events
Join in on the fun and work at events
Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Come to the next event and see what we do and then help out in the areas that you are interested in to help make a difference. Get in touch with us today for more details about how you can help.
P.U.N.C.H. Meetings
P.U.N.C.H. Leader's Meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of each month
at First Presbyterian, 1702 Iowa Street, Davenport at 1:00 p.m.
Anyone can attend the meeting.
Next Meeting will be Thursday, June 15 at 1:00 p.m.
What We Do
Making A Difference
Memorial to the Lost 2023
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Memorial to the Lost Display moved every Saturday morning at 9:30 am concluding with a short service. See the schedule below of where the display is and where it will be next until October 8. On October 8, 2023 we will gather at The Center , Brady and 14th Street, with Family Resources for a Day of Remembrance. Everyone is welcome every Saturday and on October 8 at 1 p.m. Hosted by P.U.N.C.H. and Family Resources
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August 19 Rock Church - 510 E. 15 th St.
August 26 Salvation Army - 100 Kirkwood Blvd.
September 2 Third Missionary Baptist Church - 222 W. 14 th St.
September 9 First Baptist Church of Davenport - 1401 Perry St.
September 16 Sacred Heart Cathedral - 422 E. 10 th St.
September 23 Trinity Episcopal Cathedral - 121 W. 12 th St.
September 30 Bethel AME Church - 323 W. 11 th St.
October 7 St. John’s United Methodist Church - 109 E. 14 th St.
Please join us for a Day of Remembrance
at The Center / 1411 Brady St. on Sunday, October 8 at 1:00 PM
We will spend time remembering and honoring our loved ones, and
supporting each other.
Blessing Box Distribution
Donations of cleaning, paper, and personal products distributed to community every Saturday morning at JB Young Community Center from 8 am to 9 am. - No requirements to receive this blessing.
Community Gardens
Fresh Produce is available to the neighborhood at several locations free of charge:
14th & Pershing - behind First Baptist Church
222 West 14th Street - Third Missionary
15th & Scott Street - PUNCH/Hilltop Garden
Vegetables can be harvested as they become available anytime and volunteers/neighbors are encouraged to help with weekly weeding during the growing season. Bring your own bag to take your vegetables home to your dinner table!
Community Outreach
Helping The Community - Homeless, Unemployed, Hungry, and All In Need Physically and Spiritually.
"Great things are done by a series of small things brought together"
Vincent van Gogh
Contact P.U.N.C.H. Davenport (People Uniting Neighbors and Churches)
1401 N. Perry Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803
563-275-2946