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Our Vision

To inspire and promote a better quality of life for our community by assisting individuals and families.

Our Mission

Serving people in need through referral and direct service.

Helping People Help Themselves

Since 1974

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Donate

Our efforts are funded 100% by donations and grants. All donations are helpful and welcome, no matter how big or small.

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Volunteer

Without the help of our volunteers PARS would not be able to accomplish all that we do in a years period of time.

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Services

Our mission is to help eliminate hunger to those in need within our community. Want to help?

Pierre Area Referral Service
110 W Missouri
Pierre SD 57501
Phone: (605) 224-8731

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📦 Senior Box Delivery Update

Due to the Veterans Day holiday, Senior Boxes will not be delivered until Friday, November 13.

Thank you for your patience! Please help spread the word to anyone expecting a delivery. ❤️

Questions? Call PARS at 605-224-8731.

🦃 Thanksgiving Feast Pickup

Thanksgiving applications are now closed. If you have been approved, please pick up your meal:

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
🕗 8–11 a.m.
📍 PARS — 110 W Missouri Ave, Pierre

Please bring your approval letter and proof of ID.

If you’re unable to pick up your meal or have questions, please call 605-224-8731.

Thank you, and happy Thanksgiving!

🎄 Christmas Feast Applications Are Open!

PARS is now accepting applications for Christmas Feast meals! A limited number are available, and applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Click here to download the Christmas Feast application.

Email your completed application to pars.assistance@midconetwork.com or bring it to PARS, 110 W Missouri Ave, Pierre. Paper applications are also available at our office or in the outdoor tote near our entrance.

Questions? Call 605-224-8731. ❤️

🔔 Ring a Bell. Help a Neighbor.

Join PARS and The Salvation Army in spreading Christmas cheer! We’re looking for individuals, families, businesses, churches, clubs, and teams to volunteer as bell ringers every day except Sunday, now through Christmas Eve.

90% of Red Kettle donations stay right here in Hughes and Stanley Counties, helping our neighbors when they need it most.

Click here for bell ringer sign-up forms!

Questions? Call 605-224-8731 or email pars.assistance@midconetwork.com.

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