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Family help in Monterey County, California
60 places and programs in and around Monterey County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.
Food assistance
11 listedDorothy's Place Hospitality Center - Food Distribution Center
30 Soledad St #102, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
First Assembly Of God Of Salinas - Food Distribution Center
1025 Fairview Ave, Salinas, CA 93905, 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.
Food Bank For Monterey County
353 W Rossi St, Salinas, CA 93907, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 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.
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Food Bank for Monterey County
353 W Rossi Street, Salinas, CA 93907
Food bank serving Monterey County, California. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Monterey County 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.
Meals on Wheels Community Center
700 Jewell Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 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.
Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley
534 Abbott St, Salinas, CA 93901, 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: 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.
North County Recreation And Park District - Food Distribution Center
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · 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.
Salvation Army - Sand City - Food Distribution Center
800 Scott St, Sand City, CA 93955, USA
Monday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 1:00 – 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.
St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry
26 Stone St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Monday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 – 11:00 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.
Thomas Carman Food Pantry
425 Carmel Ave, Marina, CA 93933, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · 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.
Westside Baptist - Food Distribution Center
22 Rochex Ave, Salinas, CA 93906, 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.
Diapers & baby supplies
26 listed76
1401 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, 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.
Active Seniors Inc
100 Harvest St, Salinas, CA 93901, 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 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.
BMO Bank N.A Branches
1050 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 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.
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Breaking Bread Ministry
1760 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955, 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.
Del Monte Shopping Center
1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 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.
Dole Fresh Vegetables
315 Neponset Rd, Salinas, CA 93908, 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: 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.
Dorothy's Place
30 Soledad St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 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.
Gathering for Women
147 El Dorado St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 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.
Goodwill
571 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 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.
Hey Diddle Diddle Diaper Services
225 Dororo Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, 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.
jetsers
1732 Cherokee Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, 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.
Marina Branch - Monterey County Free Libraries
190 Seaside Cir, Marina, CA 93933, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · 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.
Monterey County Human Resources
168 W Alisal St # 3, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
Monterey Credit Union
1566 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 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.
Prunedale Senior Center
8300A Prunedale North Rd, Prunedale, CA 93907, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 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.
Quik Stop
2407 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Thursday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Friday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Saturday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Sunday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM
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.
Resource Conservation District of Monterey County
744 La Guardia St # A, Salinas, CA 93905, 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.
Salinas Valley Health Foundation
60 W Market St Suite 250, Salinas, CA 93901, 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: 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.
San Carlos Cathedral
500 Church St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 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.
Seaside Branch - Monterey County Free Libraries
550 Harcourt Ave, Seaside, CA 93955, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · 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.
Shoreline Church
2500 Garden Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:00 – 10:15 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:15 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.
St Philip's Lutheran Church
8065 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel, CA 93923, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:00 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.
St. Mary’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
146 12th St, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1071 Pajaro St, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
1475 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA 93955, 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.
Target
2040 California Ave, Sand City, CA 93955, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 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.
Maternal & infant health
3 listedMonterey County WIC Program
1295 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA 93955, USA
Monday: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: Closed · 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.
Soledad WIC Office
355 Gabilan Dr, Soledad, CA 93960, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 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.
Women Infants & Children Nutrition
632 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 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
3 listedMonterey County Health Clinic
3155 De Forest Rd, Marina, CA 93933, 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: 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.
Monterey County Health Department
632 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, 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.
Monterey County Health Department Clinic Services
1441 Schilling Pl, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
Childcare & early education
13 listedEDS CSUMB Child Development Center
Child Care Center, 5004 3rd Ave, Marina, CA 93933, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:00 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.
Gonzales Head Start
San Jose State University Monterey County Center, 901 Blanco Cir, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center
52 Soledad Dr, Monterey, CA 93940, 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: 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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Head Start Alisal
1419-1437 Del Monte Ave, Salinas, CA 93905, 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.
Head Start Center of Monterey
417 N Russ Ave, King City, CA 93930, 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.
Head Start Center of Monterey
1145 Acosta St, Salinas, CA 93905, 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.
Head Start Center-Monterey
37 Jonathan St, Royal Oaks, CA 95076, 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.
MCOE Head Start & Early Head Start Office
San Jose State University Monterey County Center, 901 Blanco Cir, Salinas, CA 93901, 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.
Monterey Child Development Center
251 Soledad Dr, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 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.
North Monterey County Center - Head Start
10301 Seymour St, Castroville, CA 95012, 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.
North Monterey County Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Office
851 5th St, Gonzales, CA 93926, 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: 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.
Primavera Migrant and Seasonal Head Start
24228 Lincoln St, Chualar, CA 93925, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 6:00 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.
South Monterey/San Benito Counties Migrant and Seasonal Head Start
2149 H Dela Rosa Sr St #202, Soledad, CA 93960, 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: 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
4 listedACTION Council of Monterey County
295 S Main St #500, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 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.
Central Coast Center Independent Living
318 Cayuga St #208, Salinas, CA 93901, 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 – 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.
New Horizons Community Services
75 San Miguel Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 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.
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The Salvation Army Good Samaritan Center
800 Scott St, Sand City, CA 93955, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
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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