Catholic Charities in Champaign County

These services are available to residents in the Champaign area and nearby rural areas.

St. Patrick Parish Hall, 212 E. Washington Street, Tolono, IL.

Tolono Food Pantry

Providing help and creating hope for those in need in Champaign County.
Hours of Operation:

  • Monday: 5:00-6:30 pm

  • Friday 9:00-10:30 am

Senior Potlucks

St. Patrick Church in Tolono hosts a monthly potluck lunch which is followed by entertainment, a speaker, or bingo.  Potlucks are scheduled for the second Wednesday of every month at 11:30 am. Anyone age 55 and over is welcome! Please contact Jan Blaney to see what activity is planned during the potluck or if you have any questions.

Good Samaritan Program

The Good Samaritan program offers free in-home or office-based counseling. The "Caring Companions" part of this program matches volunteers with senior citizens who need help with chores, errands, or transportation. Contact professional counselor Eileen Mathy for assistance or to volunteer.

For more information contact Jan Blaney, Tolono Food Pantry & Potluck Coordinator, at jblaney@ccdop.org.

Dr. Chris McAtee
Director
cmcatee@ccdop.org
(309) 966-4488

Mr. John J. Gibson II
Director of Bessette Center
jjgibson@ccdop.org
(309) 966-4488

Mrs. Suzie Meismer
Ministries Coordinator & Senior Case Manager
smeismer@ccdop.org
(309) 966-4488

Phone: (309) 671-1550 | Fax: (309) 671-1579 | Spalding Pastoral Center | 419 NE Madison Avenue, Peoria, IL. 61603