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Family help in Santa Clara County, California
95 places and programs in and around Santa Clara County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.
Food assistance
27 listedCity Of Mountain View
204 Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA
Food pantry and food assistance
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Downtown Food Closet of Palo Alto by PHC
425 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 2:30 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Eat It! Free Food Pantry
1604 Willowmont Ave, San Jose, CA 95118, 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 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 Connection
750 Curtner Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, 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: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Food Distribution | Reaching Out Center
2315 Canoas Garden Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 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.
Hunger at Home
1560 Berger Dr, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Jerry Larson FoodBasket - Loaves & Fishes
1043 Garland Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Lighthouse Food Rescue and Distribution
309 N 17th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen - Admin Office
1500 Berger Dr, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Milpitas Food Pantry
1440 S Main St, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · 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.
Parents Helping Parents - Food Distribution Center
3041 Olcott St, Santa Clara, CA 95054, 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.
River of Life Foundation Food Pantry
1177 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 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.
Sacred Heart Community Service - Food Distribution Center
1381 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95110, 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 – 12:00 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 Clare-St. Vincent de Paul - Food Distribution Center
941 Lexington St, Santa Clara, CA 95050, 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 Silicon Valley Food Pantry
359 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 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.
San Jose Acorn - Food Distribution Center
1187 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95116, 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.
Second Harvest Food Pantry at Santa Teresa Catholic Church
794 Calero Ave, San Jose, CA 95123, 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.
Second Harvest Food Pantry at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
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 Harvest Food Pantry at Westminster Presbyterian Church
The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126, 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.
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
4001 N First St, San Jose, CA 95134, 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: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
750 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
Food bank serving Santa Clara County, California. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Santa Clara 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.
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
750 Curtner Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, 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: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
South Valley FISH Food Pantry
5100 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 4:30 – 6:00 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.
Spartan Food Pantry
211 S 9th St, San Jose, CA 95112, 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 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. Julie Billiart Food Pantry
386 St Julie Dr, San Jose, CA 95119, 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.
Storehouse Of Blessings - Food Distribution Center
1775 McLaughlin Ave, San Jose, CA 95122, 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.
U.S. Bank ATM - Snell Avenue Nob Hills Food
6061 Snell Ave, San Jose, CA 95123, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Diapers & baby supplies
2 listedMothers’ Milk Bank California
1887 Monterey Rd #110, San Jose, CA 95112, 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
Screened human donor breast milk for vulnerable infants.
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Women Infant & Child
3030 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95127, 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: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Maternal & infant health
10 listedBaby nutricion (wic store)
3117 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95127, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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.
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
660 S Fair Oaks Ave First floor, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, 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.
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
1993 McKee Rd, San Jose, CA 95116, 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.
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County of Santa Clara Public Health Department Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
500 Tully Rd #1917, San Jose, CA 95111, 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.
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
7475 Camino Arroyo Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020, 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: 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.
Emma Prusch WIC Clinic
647 S King Rd, San Jose, CA 95116, 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 – 5:30 PM · Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · 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.
Gardner WIC
160 E Virginia St Unit 210, San Jose, CA 95112, 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.
Santa Clara Women Infants Supply
1235 1st St, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
SCC WIC
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.
WIC
143 N Main St, Milpitas, CA 95035, 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: 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
13 listedBay Area Community Health Clinic, Monterey Clinic
5504 Monterey Rd, San Jose, CA 95138, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 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.
Bay Area Community Health, Gilroy Clinic
Gilroy Health Clinic, 9460 No Name Uno, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · 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.
County of Santa Clara Public Health Department
150 W Tasman Dr, San Jose, CA 95134, 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.
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County of Santa Clara Public Health Department California Children's Services
720 Empey Way, San Jose, CA 95128, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 AM · 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.
Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley - Meridian
1333 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, 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.
Public Health Department
100 Paseo de San Antonio Unit 235, San Jose, CA 95113, 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.
Santa Clara County Public Health
664 S Fair Oaks Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, 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.
Santa Clara County Public Health Department
976 Lenzen Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, 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: 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.
Santa Clara Family Health Plan Blanca Alvarado Community Resource Center
408 N Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95133, 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
Valley Health Center Gilroy
7475 Camino Arroyo Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020, 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.
Valley Health Center Milpitas
143 N Main St, Milpitas, CA 95035, 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.
Valley Health Center Sunnyvale
660 S Fair Oaks Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, 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.
Valley Health Center Tully
500 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95111, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 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
15 listedEdenvale Head Start
5319 Carryback Ave, San Jose, CA 95111, 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.
FIRST 5 Santa Clara County
4000 Moorpark Ave #200, San Jose, CA 95117, 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 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Franklin Head Start
420 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95111, 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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Headstart
1290 Ridder Park Dr, San Jose, CA 95131, 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.
Headstart Silicon Valley
855 Maude Ave, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 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.
Job Corps Head Start
3485 E Hills Dr, San Jose, CA 95127, 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.
Kennedy State Preschool Head Start
1602 Lucretia Ave, San Jose, CA 95122, 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.
Kidango - Chynoweth Center
5312 Terner Way, San Jose, CA 95136, 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
Preschool and child care centers
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Lyndale Head Start
13901 Nordyke Dr, San Jose, CA 95127, 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.
McKinley Head Start
651 Macredes Ave, San Jose, CA 95116, 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.
Rouleau Head Start Center
1875 Monrovia Dr, San Jose, CA 95122, 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.
San Antonio Head Start
1803 Stowe Ave, San Jose, CA 95116, 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.
San Jose Head Start
1149 E Julian St, San Jose, CA 95116, 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.
Snell State Preschool Head Start
3550 Snell Ave, San Jose, CA 95136, 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.
Wool Creek Head Start
645 Wool Creek Dr, San Jose, CA 95112, 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.
Housing & shelter
4 listedCharities Housing
1400 Parkmoor Ave #190, San Jose, CA 95126, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Housing Community Services
1500 Civic Center Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Office of Supportive Housing | County of Santa Clara
150 W Tasman Dr, San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Santa Clara County Housing Authority
505 W Julian St, San Jose, CA 95110, 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 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Utilities & financial help
23 listedAfrican American Community Services
304 N 6th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
2625 Zanker Rd #201, San Jose, CA 95134, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Coopertino Community Services
10104 Vista Dr, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
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County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency
1870 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
County-Santa Clara Social Services
1867 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
CSA Community Services Agency
204 Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Ethiopian Community Services Inc
1295 Johnson Ave, San Jose, CA 95129, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 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
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Family Resource Center
593-595 N King Rd, San Jose, CA 95133, 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
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Independent Solutions Community Services
7600 Monterey Rd Ste 150, Gilroy, CA 95020, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Korean American Community Services
136 Burton Ave, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
New Beginnings Family Services
100 W Alma Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, 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: 6:00 – 7:30 PM · Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
POSSO: Portuguese Community Center
1115 E Santa Clara St #1, San Jose, CA 95116, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Saint Joseph's Family Center has changed names to South County Community Services
7950 Church St Ste A, Gilroy, CA 95020, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
San Jose Grail Family Services
2003 E San Antonio St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Santa Clara County Social Services - General Assistance
1919 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Santa Clara County Social Services Agency
333 W Julian St, San Jose, CA 95110, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Shreemay Community Services
175 Nortech Pkwy, San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Social Services Agency County of Santa Clara
1330 W Middlefield Rd, Mountain View, CA 94043, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
South County Community Services
7950 Church St Ste A, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Sunnyvale Community Services
1160 Kern Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
The Salvation Army Emmanuel House
405 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Monday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Friday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 7:15 – 8:00 AM, 5:15 – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
The Salvation Army San Jose Temple Corps Community Center
359 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
West Valley Community Services
10104 Vista Dr, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 8:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Community centers & general help
1 listedSanta Maria Urban Ministry
778 S Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Monday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Friday: 9:00 – 11:45 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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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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