Food assistance
7 listedClifton Christian Church Food Bank
3241 F 1/4 Rd, Clifton, CO 81520, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM, 12:30 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Community Food Bank of Grand Junction
476 28 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 12:30 – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 12:30 – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:30 – 5:30 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.
Food Bank of the Rockies
10700 East 45th Avenue, Denver, CO 80239
Food bank serving Mesa County, Colorado. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Mesa 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.
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Food Bank of the Rockies - Western Slope Branch
698 Long Acre Dr, Grand Junction, CO 81505, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Food Handler Information
510 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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.
GVCO Soup Kitchen
245 S 1st St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Friday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Saturday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Western Slope Fbr Mobile Pantry – Grand Junction
1400 N 5th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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.
Maternal & infant health
2 listedCounty WIC
510 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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 – 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.
Fruita WIC OFFICE
215 N Plum St, Fruita, CO 81521, 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.
Healthcare & clinics
3 listedGrand Valley Rehabilitation Services - Mesa Fitness
700 Maldonado St B, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Physical therapy occupational and speech therapy services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mesa County Public Health
510 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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 – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
222 S 6th St #215, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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.
Childcare & early education
8 listedCentro Colorado Head Start
3099 Patterson Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 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.
Centro Colorado Head Start
2813 Patterson Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 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.
Eagle View Learning Center
2738 Unaweep Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81503, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
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Happy Little Rescue
2527 W Pinyon Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81505, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Hilltop on Main Street
359 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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 – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Childcare and education
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Partnership for Children & Families
512 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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.
RED CANYON ACADEMY (REGION 8 HEAD START LOCATION)
2813 Patterson Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: 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.
RMSER Head Start
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 listedGrand Junction Housing Authority
8 N Foresight St, Grand Junction, CO 81505, 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
HomewardBound of the Grand Valley North Avenue Shelter
2853 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Thursday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Saturday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM · Sunday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Housing Resources of WC
524 30 Rd #3, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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.
Utilities & financial help
7 listed29 1/2 Road at Community Services Campus
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Catholic Outreach Day Center
302 Pitkin Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM · Tuesday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM · Wednesday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM · Friday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Grand Valley Catholic Outreach
245 S 1st St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
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Mesa Community Center
48973 KE Rd, Mesa, CO 81643, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · 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.
Mesa County Department of Human Services
510 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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 – 12:00 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.
Orchard Mesa Community Center Pool
2736 Unaweep Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81503, USA
Monday: 6:30 – 9:30 AM, 1:30 – 7:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 – 9:30 AM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM, 5:15 – 7:40 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 – 9:30 AM, 1:30 – 7:30 PM · Thursday: 6:30 – 9:30 AM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM, 5:15 – 7:40 PM · Friday: 6:30 – 9:30 AM, 1:30 – 7:30 PM · Saturday: 1:30 – 7:30 PM · Sunday: 1:30 – 6:00 PM
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Redlands Community Center Inc
2463 Broadway, Grand Junction, CO 81507, USA
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
2 listedMesa County
510 29 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504, 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 – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
County government services and administration
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Western Colorado 2-1-1
359 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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
Family services and public benefits
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mental & behavioral health
1 listedHilltop Community Resources
359 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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
Mental health therapy and family mentoring services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Employment & job training
2 listedGoodwill Store & Donation Center
630 24 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Job training, workforce center, career help
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mesa County Work Release
650 South Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Employment and job training services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Education & after-school
4 listedFirst United Methodist Church
522 White Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Literacy and education programs
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mesa County Libraries Central Library
443 N 6th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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 – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mesa County Libraries Clifton Branch
3270 D 1/2 Rd Building A, Clifton, CO 81520, 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 – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Mesa County Libraries Discovery Garden
517 Chipeta Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Disability & special needs
3 listedMesa Developmental Services
790 Wellington Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mosaic in Western Colorado
734 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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
Services for people with intellectual disabilities
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
The Arc Mesa County
845 Grand Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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.
Community centers & general help
3 listedFamily Connections
359 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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.
HOPE of the Grand Valley
Support and education for hardworking families building brighter futures
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Mutual Aid Partners
402 Grand Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Other
1 listedUnited Way of Mesa County
750 Main St Ste 111, Grand Junction, CO 81501, 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
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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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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