A Helping Hand For Those in Need
Recovery on The Avenue (ROTA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving a hand to those facing poverty and hardships in the community.
About us
Our Mission,
Recovery on The Avenue empowers individuals and families to thrive by providing essential resources and compassionate support, fostering hope and well-being through programs that address food insecurity, offer confidential support, provide clothing assistance and nurture the potential of children.
Meet Mrs. Brenda Phillips!
Founded October 3rd 2024, Recovery on the Avenue was formed out of the need to help the community. Brenda has been serving the less fortunate for most of her life as a way of giving back.
How You Can Help
How to send Donations
Recovery on the Avenue (ROTA) is a non-profit dedicated to alleviating hunger, supporting families and individuals in a crisis. We rely on the generosities of individuals like you to continue our vital work. Your donation can make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. To donate please click the button below, fill out a brief form and your all set! Every contribution, no matter the size is deeply appreciated…thank you!
- Recent Activities and Upcoming Events…
- December 11, we will be at the Heartland @12pm where we will be serving: turkey, ham, dressing, grean beans, cranberry sauce, and dessert.
- December 20th we will be launching Operation Keep Warm at the Salvation Army @10am where we will be providing hats, gloves, scarfs and socks. If you or anyone you know who may be in need, please come by!!!
Easter Sunday, April 20th, 2025, Recovery On The Avenue partnered with the Salvation Army in Peoria to provide a warm and traditional holiday meal for the less fortunate. Volunteers served a comforting spread of turkey, cranberry sauce, green beans, and dressing, offering nourishment and a sense of community to those in need during the Easter celebration. 
March 1st we collaborated with our long time friends at the Salvation Army for our weekly food drive every Saturday! 
February 4th, we added a new service to our zoom meeting specifically to address those suffering from substance abuse. We know all too well what substance abuse does not only to families but also to the community as well. To help we’ve established a way for those to reach out and get the help and resources they need. 
December 14th we passed out Christmas meals and gift bags to over 300 people at the Salvation Army and the Pathway House. It was one of our largest turnout to date and we couldn’t have done it without the help of our volunteers and most importantly you, the community! Thank you. 
August 9th, 2025: With the blessings of Hyvee, (one of the largest grocery chains in the US) we were able to hand out gift bags to those in need in the community(A major step in for our organization!)
Get Involved!
Help us bring hope and support to those that need it most in the Greater Peoria area.
Recovery on the Avenue – Peoria IL 61602 recoveryontheavenue@gmail.com
Phone: (309)621-8755 – Hotline: (309)621-6941
With love and Support Brings Hope!
