Food assistance
30 listedArkansas Foodbank
4301 W 65th Street, Little Rock, AR 72209
Food bank serving central, eastern, and southern Arkansas. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in Pulaski County and the surrounding area. Visit their website or call to find the food assistance nearest you.
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food.
Arkansas Foodbank Network Inc - Food Distribution Center
8121 Distribution Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance - Food Distribution Center
1400 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
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Christ Church-Alexander - Food Distribution Center
11800 Vimy Ridge Rd, Alexander, AR 72002, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Geyer Springs Church of Christ - Food Distribution Center
6004 W 53rd St, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Geyer Springs United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center
5500 Geyer Springs Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Good Samaritan Church of the Nazarene - Food Distribution Center
8011 Stanton Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Harvest Fellowship Worship Center - Food Distribution Center
900 Hilaro Springs Rd, Little Rock, AR 72206, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Harvest Fellowship Worship Center - Food Distribution Center
9019 Hilaro Springs Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Henderson UMC-Little Rock - Food Distribution Center
13000 W Baseline Rd, Little Rock, AR 72210, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Iglesia Apostolica - Food Distribution Center
6020 Hinkson Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Immanuel Baptist Church- Food Pantry
315 N Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR 72211, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Immanuel food pantry
10500 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Ironton Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
14718 Ironton Cut-Off Rd, Little Rock, AR 72206, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
1215 S Schiller St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Life Line Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
7601 Baseline Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Little Rock Compassion Center - Food Distribution Center
3618 W Roosevelt Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM · Tuesday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM · Wednesday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM · Thursday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM · Friday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Oak Forest UMC - Food Distribution Center
2415 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Primrose Umc - Food Pantry
3006 W Dixon Rd, Little Rock, AR 72206, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Promiseland Ministries - Food Distribution Center
4520 S University Ave, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Roland Crisis Closet - Food Distribution Center
21111 Era Ln, Roland, AR 72135, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Andrew UMC - Food Distribution Center
4600 Baseline Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Francis House-Little Rock Pantry - Food Distribution Center
2701 S Elm St, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Mark Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
5722 W 12th St, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Mark's Food Pantry
1000 N Mississippi St, Little Rock, AR 72207, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:30 – 10:00 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Peters Rock Missionary Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
2124 S Brown St, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Salvation Army-Little Rock - Food Distribution Center
1111 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Second Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
1709 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Sober Living, Inc. - Food Distribution Center
4201 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Vine & Village The Orchard Food Pantry
6221 Colonel Glenn Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 1:00 – 2:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Diapers & baby supplies
7 listedArkansas Foodbank
4301 W 65th St, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
F.E.E.D First USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Jacksonville Care Channel For The Needy
201 N Elm St, Jacksonville, AR 72076, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
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Love's Travel Stop
11801 I-40, North Little Rock, AR 72117, USA
Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Outdoor Soul Food Cafe LLC
6818 Colonel Glenn Rd Ste B, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 1:00 – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 10:00 PM · Friday: 1:00 – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 1:00 – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church
4823 Woodlawn Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
The Helping Hand of Little Rock
1601 Marshall St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA
Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Maternal & infant health
4 listedNational WIC Association
5800 W 10th St #810, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Pulaski County Health Unit - Central Little Rock; Pulaski County Veterans Services
3915 W 8th St, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Pulaski County Health Unit - Jacksonville
3000 N 1st St, Jacksonville, AR 72076, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
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Pulaski Southwest Health Unit
8901 Dailey Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Healthcare & clinics
1 listedNorth Little Rock Health Department
2800 Willow St, North Little Rock, AR 72114, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Childcare & early education
19 listedArkansas Early Learning, Inc. - North Little Rock EHS
8000 Industry Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72117, USA
Monday: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM · Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM · Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM · Thursday: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM · Friday: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Arkansas Head Start Association
1400 W Markham St #406, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Chicot Early Childhood Center
11100 Chicot Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
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Child Development Center
324 W 8th St, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Full Potential Child Development Center
8109 I-30, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Kare-a-Lot Learning Academy
6 Otter Creek Ct, Little Rock, AR 72210, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Kennedy Head Start
4901 W 65th St, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Newstart Headstart
1000 School Dr, Jacksonville, AR 72076, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
St Augustine Center For Children
1410 E 2nd St, North Little Rock, AR 72114, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Uams Bayou Meto Head Start
26405 AR-107, Jacksonville, AR 72076, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS Chicot Early Head Start
7703 Depriest Rd, Mabelvale, AR 72103, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS Child Development Center
1001 S Monroe St, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Uams Headstart
4424 Jacksonville Hwy, Little Rock, AR 72231, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS Little Learners Head Start/Early Head Start
1500 Pershing Blvd, North Little Rock, AR 72114, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS Metropolitan Tech Head Start
7701 Scott Hamilton Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS Pulaski Tech Head Start/Early Head Start
8901 Kanis Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
UAMS St. Augustine Head Start/Early Head Start
1410 E 2nd St, North Little Rock, AR 72114, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
3000 W Scenic Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72118, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Woodlawn Davis Head Start
7415 Colonel Glenn Rd Ste 1, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Utilities & financial help
8 listedArkansas Community Action Agencies Association
1111 W 6th St Ste c, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Arkansas Community Foundation
5 Allied Dr Suite 51110 Building 5, 11th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Arkansas Community Organizations
2101 S Main St, Little Rock, AR 72206, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
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Catholic Charities of Arkansas
2415 N Tyler St, Little Rock, AR 72207, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Central Arkansas Development Council
2904 S University Ave, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
City Connections Inc.
10421 W Markham St #100, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Heart of Arkansas United Way
1400 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Pulaski County Community Services
201 Broadway St #220, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
National helplines, open to every family
These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.
Feeding America Food Bank Finder
Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)
Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET
Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
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National Diaper Bank Network
Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Families in need of diapers
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.
Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families
Postpartum Support International
Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.
Who it is for: New and expecting parents
WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)
Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.
Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5
Find a Health Center (HRSA)
Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees
Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.
Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income
Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)
Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.
Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families
Childcare.gov
Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to all families
Head Start and Early Head Start
Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.
Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5
211 (United Way)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
HUD Housing Counseling
Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.
Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners
National Runaway Safeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Who it is for: Youth and families
LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)
Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET
Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential
Disaster Distress Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster
SAMHSA National Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.
Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential
Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)
Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.
LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)
Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.
Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)
Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.
211 Transportation Help (United Way)
Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)
After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.
Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income
YMCA (Find Your Y)
Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.
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