Human Services
Sunshine Place helps our neighbors walking through hardships. We assist those in Sun Prairie and northeastern Dane County experiencing a loss of income, eviction, legal issues, and language barriers.
Let Sunshine Place be your first point of contact. We can connect you with the right assistance for your needs.
Rays of Hope – Emergency Assistance Program
Phone (English Speakers): (608) 825-3225
Phone (Spanish Speakers): (608) 640-7411
Eviction Prevention & Crisis Assistance
Sunshine Place aims to prevent homelessness for our Sun Prairie neighbors. The Rays of Hope Emergency Assistance Program assists community members who have experienced a sudden and temporary loss of income. The fund helps prevent eviction and utility disconnection.
- Client income must fall within 200% of the federal poverty level in order to be eligible for assistance.
- If a household owes more than the amount the program can assist with, there must be a plan in place to pay the remaining balance.
- Client must have a plan to make future rent or utility payments.
- The Rays of Hope program verifies payment plans/arrangements with the third party before releasing funds.
- The program assists with rent or utility payments once every 12 months per participant.
Sunshine Legal Clinic
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 130 (Sunshine Supper), Sun Prairie, WI
Due to COVID-19 currently operating as a virtual clinic. Check out More information for details.
Phone: (608) 478-5557
Email: charlotte@sunshineplace.org
Free Legal Consults
Sunshine Legal Clinic provides free legal consultations for our neighbors navigating legal issues. Our experts offer consults on family law, tenant rights, immigration and more. The Sunshine Legal Clinic is available to neighbors in need every FIRST Thursday of the month.
Sunshine Resource Center
Where: 18 Rickel Road, Sun Prairie, WI
Hours: Currently closed due to COVID restrictions.
Phone: (608) 825-3875
Connect to the Right Resources
The Sunshine Place Resource Center connects neighbors with resources to help with employment, housing, and other services. We provide visitors with access to a computer, Internet, email, and phone where they can print, copy, and fax documents as needed. Additional food is often available in our lobby. Limits may apply based on resource availability.
Partner Agencies
Sunshine Place sees working together as instrumental in helping those in need. In addition to our own programs, we have partnered with other social service and non-profit organizations to bring essential services to one central location.
Joining Forces for Families
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 150, Sun Prairie, WI
When: Monday – Friday
Hours: 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
COVID-19 Update: Due to the pandemic, this office is closed to the public. Please call the number below for a virtual appointment.
Phone: (608) 825-3225
Email: vreugdenhil@countyofdane.com
The Dane County Department of Human Services offers Joining Forces for Families (JFF) to connect Sun Prairie neighbors with needed resources. The community-based, voluntary program partners with local organizations to assist families through creative problem solving, advocacy, and resource connection.
Centro Hispano of Dane County
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 150, Sun Prairie, WI
When: Monday -Friday
Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
COVID-19 Update: Due to the pandemic, this office is closed to the public. Please call the number below for a virtual appointment.
Phone: (608) 640-7411
Website: www.micentro.org
Services for the Latino Community
Centro Hispano of Dane County serves an average of 2,500 + families and 6,000 + individuals through its bilingual programs and services each year. The organization offers programs to help youth, strengthen families, and engage the community. Centro Hispano connects Spanish-speaking members of the community with employment and housing help, food, clothes, and school support for parents.
Public Health Madison & Dane County
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 150, Sun Prairie, WI
When: Monday -Friday
Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
COVID-19 Update: Due to the pandemic, this office is closed to the public. Please call the number below for a virtual appointment.
Phone: (608) 400-9276
Email: kpeterson2@publichealthmdc.com
Public Health Madison & Dane County (PHMDC) offers a Community-based Public Health Nurse (CBPHN) to connect Sun Prairie neighbors with referrals and information for PHMDC services and programs. Through partnership and collaboration with community members, businesses, and local groups/organizations, the CBPHN assists to provide education, assessment, facilitation, and action in order to enhance, protect, and promote the health and wellbeing of all people in our community.
Community Action Coalition
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 150, Sun Prairie, WI
When: Mondays and Wednesdays
When: 1-4 p.m. (Mondays); 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (Wednesdays)
COVID-19 Update: Due to the pandemic, this office is closed to the public. Please call the number below for a virtual appointment.
Phone: (608) 212-0267
Email: angiea@cacscw.org
Website: www.cacscw.org
Housing Help
The Community Action Coalition provides services to individuals in need of housing consultation, housing case management, supportive services for veterans and families, and telephone assistance.
Operation Fresh Start
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 170, Sun Prairie, WI
When: Tuesdays
Hours: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Phone: (608) 255-5811
Email: mgaldes@operationfreshstart.org
CareerScape Counseling
CareerScape assists young adults (18-24) who need support with exploring career options, preparing for employment, and taking next steps towards achieving their career goals.
Latino Academy of Workforce Development
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Unit 170, Sun Prairie, WI
Phone: (608) 310-4573
Website: www.latinoacademywi.org
Adult Education Programming:
Workforce Development & GED Classes
Latino Academy offers bilingual, culturally competent adult education programming that helps Latinos gain knowledge that leads to better employment opportunities.
First Care Clinic
Where: 1632 W. Main St., Sun Prairie, WI
When: Thursdays
Hours: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Phone: (608) 259-1605
Website: www.firstcareclinic.org
Free Healthcare for Women
First Care Clinic provides healthcare services for women. The organization offers free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, testing and treatment, and occasional PAP clinics in a mobile clinic. The mobile clinic moves into Sun Prairie every Thursday. Appointments are required.
Help a Neighbor by Donating Today!
Your donation helps Sunshine Place spread rays of hope to individuals, families, and children in need. Sunshine Place uses financial gifts to deliver food, clothing, and necessary services to families facing hardship. Every donation is a valuable pledge that transforms lives in our community.
