Marlow Samaritans Emergency Shelter

About this resource

Local nonprofit that provides emergency assistance (including one-night motel placement for emergencies when funding is available), a food pantry/food distribution, and other emergency supports (utility help, limited prescription assistance, fuel for medical/job transport). Clothing storefront was closed in November 2022; clothing assistance historically provided from the same agency.

What to know before you go

Hours / availability

Food pantry / food distribution: listed by Oklahoma state/local directories as operating Mondays and Thursdays 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (check the source below). Other local directories list office or intake days as Monday, Wednesday, Friday (varies by source). Access instructions (form at front door; volunteer will call) have been reported in local news and utility-cooperative newsletters.

Eligibility

Sources indicate assistance is for residents within the Marlow, OK mailing area; emergency situations are reviewed case-by-case and applicants must explain the emergency for assessment. Specific program eligibility is determined by agency staff at intake.

How to access this service

To request help: take the paper request form posted at the front door (214 W Main St), fill it out, and drop it in the slot/black mailbox at the door. A volunteer will review the request and call the number you provide (local sources say volunteers typically return calls on Mondays or Fridays).

What to bring

Photo ID and proof of residency (examples in local directories include a current utility bill in the applicant's name).

Cost

No client fees are listed for food or emergency assistance in the available sources; motel nights are provided at agency expense only "when funding is available."

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