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Family help in Stanislaus County, California
81 places and programs in and around Stanislaus County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.
Food assistance
21 listedBig Valley Grace - Food Distribution Center
4040 Tully Rd, Modesto, CA 95356, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 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.
Christ Unity Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
1320 L St, Modesto, CA 95354, 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.
Commodity Food Program
617 Winmoore Way, Modesto, CA 95358, 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 – 12:00 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.
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Community Supplement Food Program
617 Winmoore Way # F, Modesto, CA 95358, USA
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Davis Park Church of Christ - Food Distribution Center
901 W Rumble Rd, Modesto, CA 95350, USA
Monday: 10:30 – 11:00 AM, 1:30 – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:30 – 11:00 AM, 1:30 – 2:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:30 – 11:00 AM, 1:30 – 2:00 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.
Echoes of Praise - Food Distribution Center
2928 4th St, Ceres, CA 95307, 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.
Enclave Community Church - Food Distribution Center
581 E Canal Dr, Turlock, CA 95380, 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.
GAP Food Ministry-God Always Provides
2500 Claus Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Friday: 1:00 – 3:00 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.
Grace Baptist Fellowship - Food Distribution Center
330 S Santa Cruz Ave, Modesto, CA 95354, 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.
Keyes Haven of Hope - Food Distribution Center
5450 7th St, Keyes, CA 95328, 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.
Mannafest - Food Distribution Center
434 Church St, Modesto, CA 95357, 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.
Modesto Love Center
617 Winmoore Way F, Modesto, CA 95358, 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 – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Food pantry and meal assistance
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
New Hope Community Church - Food Distribution Center
3446 N Golden State Blvd, Turlock, CA 95382, 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 Joseph's - Saint Vincent de Paul - Food Distribution Center
1813 Oakdale Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 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: 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 Jude's Catholic Church - Saint Vincent de Paul - Food Distribution Center
3824 Mitchell Rd, Ceres, CA 95307, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 3:00 – 4:00 PM · 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.
Salvation Army Food Warehouse
600 Janopaul Ln, Modesto, CA 95351, USA
Monday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM · Tuesday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM · Wednesday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM · Thursday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Salvation Army Modesto Citadel
600 Janopaul Way, Modesto, CA 95351
Food bank serving Stanislaus County, California. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Stanislaus 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.
Seventh Day Adventist Church - Food Distribution Center
1633 N Central Ave, Modesto, CA 95351, 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.
Templo Jordan - Food Distribution Center
655 Jordan Ave, Turlock, CA 95380, 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.
The Food Initiative of Greater Stanislaus
650 Janopaul Ln, Modesto, CA 95351, 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: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
United Samaritans - Daily Bread - Food Distribution Center
220 S Broadway, Turlock, CA 95380, 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 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
1 listedModesto Pregnancy Center
2801 Coffee Rd a5, Modesto, CA 95355, 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 – 2:00 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.
Maternal & infant health
4 listedModesto WIC
251 Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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.
Oakdale WIC
1405 W F St, Oakdale, CA 95361, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 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.
Patterson WIC
101 W Las Palmas Ave, Patterson, CA 95363, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · 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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Turlock WIC Office Stanislaus County
1125 N Golden State Blvd A & B, Turlock, CA 95380, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 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.
Healthcare & clinics
4 listedStanislaus County Health Services
401 Paradise Rd # E, Modesto, CA 95351, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Stanislaus County Health Services Agency
830 Scenic Dr, Modesto, CA 95353, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Stanislaus County Health Services Agency
917 Oakdale Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Stanislaus County Public Health
820 Scenic Dr, Modesto, CA 95350, 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
19 listedCentral California Child Development Services, Inc.
2250 Rockefeller Dr #1, Ceres, CA 95307, 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.
Child Development Center Stanislaus State
1 University Way, Turlock, CA 95382, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 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.
Chrysler Head Start
2818 Conant Ave, Modesto, CA 95350, 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.
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Coleman F Brown Head Start
066016001, 2024 Vera Cruz Dr, Modesto, CA 95355, 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.
Empire Head Start Center
200 G St N, Modesto, CA 95357, 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.
Fairview Preschool & Headstart
1937 W Whitmore Ave, Modesto, CA 95358, 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.
Hughes Head Start
512 N McClure Rd, Modesto, CA 95357, 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.
Keyes Head Start Program
4621 N Nunes Rd, Turlock, CA 95382, 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.
Ladybug family childcare- Head Start (early childhood education program )
4020 Colorado Ave, Turlock, CA 95382, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 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.
Marilyn Frakes Headstart
3920 Blue Bird Dr, Modesto, CA 95356, 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.
Martone Child Development
1413 Poust Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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.
Muncy Early Head Start
2416 Janna Ave, Modesto, CA 95350, 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.
NathanDay Care Muncy Head Start
1941 Silvaire Dr, Modesto, CA 95350, 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.
Oakdale Head Start
1235 E D St, Oakdale, CA 95361, 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.
Osborn School Headstart Prog
201 N Soderquist Rd, Turlock, CA 95380, 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.
Riverbank Head Start
6200 Claus Rd, Riverbank, CA 95367, 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.
Salida Early Head Start
4800 Sequoia St, Salida, CA 95368, 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.
Stanislaus County Office of Education
1100 H St, Modesto, CA 95354, 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
Childcare and early education
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Tuolumne Headstart
707 Herndon Rd, Modesto, CA 95351, 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
8 listedCommunity Housing-Shelter Services
708 H St, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Community Impact Central Valley
817 10th St, Modesto, CA 95354, 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: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Homeless housing and community stability
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Habitat For Humanity
2206 Tenaya Dr, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Housing Assessment Team (HAT)
912 D St, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Modesto Gospel Mission
1400 Yosemite Blvd, Modesto, CA 95354, 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.
Stanislaus County Affrdbl Housing
909 15th St Ste 6, Modesto, CA 95354, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority
1612 Sisk Rd, Modesto, CA 95350, 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
The Salvation Army Haig & Isabel Berberian Shelter & Transitional Living Center
Utilities & financial help
18 listedCommunity Services Agency
251 Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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.
COMMUNITY SERVICES AGENCY
1128 S 9th St, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
CVOC HEAP
1801 H St Ste b1, Modesto, CA 95354, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Good Samaritan Foodbank at Big Valley Grace Community Church
4040 Tully Rd, Modesto, CA 95356, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
House Outreach
1601 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, USA
Call (209) 529-7346 ext. 214Website
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Parent Resource Center
811 5th St, Modesto, CA 95351, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Parent Resource Center
202-A S Santa Cruz Ave, Modesto, CA 95354, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Patterson Family Resource Center
1010 W Las Palmas Ave Ste e, Patterson, CA 95363, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Salvation Army
893 Lander Ave, Turlock, CA 95380, 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.
Sierra Vista Child & Family Services Adult & Community Services
1600 N Carpenter Rd Bldg d, Modesto, CA 95351, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 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.
Sierra Vista Child & Family Services Hughson Family Resource Center
6940 Hughson Ave, Hughson, CA 95326, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Stanislaus County Child & Family Services Division
1325 H St, Modesto, CA 95354, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Stanislaus County Community Services
401 Paradise Rd E, Modesto, CA 95351, 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 – 5:00 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.
Stanislaus County Community Services
1405 W F St, Oakdale, CA 95361, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:15 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM · Friday: Closed · 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.
stanislaus county community services agency
1310 W Main St, Turlock, CA 95380, 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.
Stanislaus County Community Services Agency (West)
101 W Las Palmas Ave, Patterson, CA 95363, 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.
STANISLAUS COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES FACILITY
251 Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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.
The Salvation Army Modesto Red Shield Community Center
1649 Las Vegas St, Modesto, CA 95358, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Public benefits & family services
1 listedStanislaus County Welfare Office
251 Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Education & after-school
1 listedModesto City Schools-Child Dev
1017 Reno Ave C, Modesto, CA 95351, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Disability & special needs
1 listedStanislaus County IHSS
251 Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358, 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
In-home supportive services for elderly and disabled
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Community centers & general help
2 listedStanislaus Community Foundation
100 Sycamore Ave #200, Modesto, CA 95354, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
United Samaritans Foundation
220 S Broadway, Turlock, CA 95380, 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: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Other
1 listedUnited Way of Stanislaus County
422 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95354, 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
The local United Way. It funds community agencies rather than giving help directly, and can point you to the right one.
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Most families are eligible for programs they have never applied to. WIC reaches fewer than half the children who qualify, and one in five eligible workers never claims a tax credit worth thousands. Answer five things and see what is probably yours.
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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