Greene County ARC's current location
Greene County ARC’s current location

A local organization is looking to expand in Jefferson, but they need the public’s help.

The Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) has announced plans to move to a new location. Their current space is no longer suitable for the growing needs of families that they serve, averaging 90 to 100 families per month. ARC Director Diane Blackmer says they made an offer to purchase the former Clark Plumbing and Heating building, on North Vine Street, for $69,000. Additional plans include interior renovations and adding more parking for about $30,000.

Blackmer adds that they have about $25,000 and will sell their current facility, but they need more funds to aid in their move. The closing date on the building is December 13th. Blackmer is asking for any monetary donations to be made to the ARC, which is a 501C non-profit organization. Donations can be mailed to ARC Treasurer Carol Zwicky at 112 East Harrison, Jefferson, Iowa 50129.