Over 25 years ago, some leaders of their community recognized that they had some special problems in Aransas County.

The traditional businesses, like commercial fishing, were in decline. Retirees were flooding in, along with vacationers and Winter Texans.

Housing costs and other expenses increased, but the job pay of working residents did not keep up.

Working residents began to seek more help.

Government, churches, and other organizations found that they could not keep up with the overwhelming requests for assistance.

So, some church leaders and a number of other local residents met and decided to create a new organization.

Rockport-Fulton Good Samaritans, Inc., was established in 1990 with a simple mission: to provide short term aid to people in Aransas County who are in need of essential goods and services.

The founders sought and received funding from individuals, churches, clubs, and businesses throughout the county.

By June of 1991, the organization was functioning successfully.

Services:

• Food
• Clothing
• Utilities
• Rent
• Prescriptions
• Shelter
• Medical Needs
• Other

To receive services, clients should come to the center with a photo identification card and social security cards for each member of the family, sign in with the receptionist at the front desk, and then meet with one of their interviewers.

The interviewer then determines the type and amount of assistance to be provided.

Hours:

• Monday-Wednesday-Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Mission Statement: To provide short term aid to people in Aransas County who are in need of essential goods and services.

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Water Bill	?
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