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Family help in Tulare County, California

63 places and programs in and around Tulare County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.

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Food assistance

1 listed
  • FoodLink for Tulare County

    611 2nd Street, Exeter, CA 93221

    Food bank serving Tulare County, California. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Tulare 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.

Diapers & baby supplies

17 listed
  • Care Pregnancy Resource Center

    916 W Main St, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • Care Pregnancy Resource Center

    236 S N St, Tulare, CA 93274, 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: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • Dollar General

    1231 W Inyo Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 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.

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  • Dollar General

    1258 N J St, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Exeter Food Closet

    200 S E St, Exeter, CA 93221, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • Family Dollar

    1108 E Bardsley Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Family Services Of Tulare County - Client Navigation Center

    815 W Oak Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • First 5 Tulare County

    816 W Acequia Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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.

  • Smart & Final Extra!

    1019 E Prosperity Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Target

    4247 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Target

    2195 E Prosperity Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Target

    3308 N Dinuba Blvd, Visalia, CA 93291, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

    Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • The Village Shopping Center

    621 E Prosperity Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 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.

  • Tulare Church of the Nazarene

    1929 E Bardsley Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:30 – 11:00 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.

  • Twice Upon A Time

    3252 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277, 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 – 8:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 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.

  • Visalia Emergency Aid Council

    217 NE 3rd Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 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.

  • Walmart

    1110 E Prosperity Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Saturday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Sunday: 6:00 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

8 listed
  • Tulare County WIC Program

    1819 N Dinuba Blvd, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • Tulare County WIC Program

    458 E O Neal Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • Tulare County WIC Program

    175 E Front St, Farmersville, CA 93233, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 7:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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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  • Tulare County WIC Program

    1433 E El Monte Way, Dinuba, CA 93618, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • Tulare County WIC Program

    1150 S K St, Tulare, CA 93274, 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.

  • Tulare County WIC Program

    Porterville West Shopping Center, 1055 W Henderson Ave, Porterville, CA 93257, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • Tulare County WIC Program

    248 CA-65, Lindsay, CA 93247, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • WIC Store

    300 W Inyo Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Saturday: 9:00 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.

Childcare & early education

12 listed
  • Bright Start Parent Infant

    1750 W Walnut Ave Ste b, Visalia, CA 93277, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 7:00 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.

  • Children's House Montessori School

    2117 E Sunset Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, 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.

  • Clinite Child Development Center

    1073 W Sonora Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, 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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  • Head Start Home Base

    1390 E Elizabeth Way, Dinuba, CA 93618, 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 Home Base Program

    14871 Rd 192, Porterville, CA 93257, 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 Home Based Program

    7000 W Doe Ave # C, Visalia, CA 93291, 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-Home Based Program

    5313 Road 39, Alpaugh, CA 93201, 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.

  • Maple Child Development Center

    501 W Maple Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, 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.

  • Senaida Garcia Center

    528 S Chinowth St, Visalia, CA 93277, 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.

  • Tulare County Early Childhood Education Program

    7000 W Doe Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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.

  • Tulare County Office of Education

    7000 W Doe Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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.

  • Woodlake Center

    560 W Sequoia Ave, Woodlake, CA 93286, 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

3 listed

Utilities & financial help

22 listed
  • CASA of Tulare County - Visalia

    1146 N Chinowth St, Visalia, CA 93291, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.

  • Central California Family Crisis

    211 N Main St, Porterville, CA 93257, 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: 1:00 – 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.

  • CHMA Community Center

    466 E Putnam Ave, Porterville, CA 93257, USA

    Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.

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  • Community Services

    30498 Rd 69, Visalia, CA 93291, USA

    Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.

  • Community Water Center

    222 N Garden St #300, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • CSET

    312 NW 3rd Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • CSET - Tulare Family Resource Center & Employment Connection Affiliate

    155 N K St, Tulare, CA 93274, 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: 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.

  • Family Services of Tulare County - Rape Crisis/Freedom House

    735 W Oak Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • Foodlink For Tulare County Inc

    611 2nd St, Exeter, CA 93221, 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: 8:00 AM – 1:00 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.

  • Goshen Community Services District

    6678 Avenue 308, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • Porterville Area Coordinating Council

    863 N Main St, Porterville, CA 93257, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Friday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · 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.

  • Self Help Enterprises / Santa Fe Commons /AWI Property Management , Community Buld and Office

    Community Building and Office, 537 N West St, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 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.

  • Self-Help Enterprises

    8445 W Elowin Ct, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • The Neighborhood Village

    7571 Florence Ave, Visalia, CA 93291, 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.

  • Tulare County

    1845 N Dinuba Blvd, Visalia, CA 93291, 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: 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.

  • Tulare County Animal Services

    14131 Avenue 256, Visalia, CA 93292, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · 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.

  • Tulare County Association of REALTORS®

    6713, 2424 E Valley Oaks Dr, Visalia, CA 93292, 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.

  • Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency

    1848 S Sundance St, Tulare, CA 93274, 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

  • Tulare Emergency Aid Council

    424 North N Street, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 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.

  • TulareWorks Health & Human Services Agency

    900 Rd 214, Lindsay, CA 93247, 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: 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.

  • Tule River Elders Building

    217 South Reservation Road, Porterville, CA 93257, USA

    Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.

  • United Way of Tulare County

    1601 E Prosperity Ave, Tulare, CA 93274, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 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.

Wherever you are

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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