Food assistance
7 listedAugusta Dream Center - Food Pantry
3364 Peach Orchard Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 5:00 – 6:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Calvary Baptist Church - Food Pantry
2510 Richmond Hill Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Wednesday: Closed · 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.
FOCLC Food & Clothing Bank - Food Distribution Center
2664 Willis Foreman Rd, Hephzibah, GA 30815, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · 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.
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Golden Harvest Food Bank
3310 Commerce Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, 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: 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.
Helping People Start Over - Food Distribution Center
2805 Wylds Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, 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.
Produce Rescue Center
3301 Commerce Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
The Master's Table Community Kitchen
702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Monday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Diapers & baby supplies
1 listedAugusta Care Pregnancy Center
2915 Professional Pkwy B, Augusta, GA 30907, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Healthcare & clinics
9 listedChrist Community Health Medical District
1226 D'Antignac St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 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: 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.
Clínica Latina
904 Merry St, Augusta, GA 30904, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Clinic and healthcare services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
COVID-19 vaccine location - Richmond County Health Department
1001 4th St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
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East Central Health District
1916 N Leg Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, 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.
Georgia Women's Health Center
1215 George C Wilson Dr, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Medical Associates Plus
2467 Golden Camp Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, 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.
Project Impact Augusta
950 Laney Walker Blvd, Augusta, GA 30901, 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
Public health services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Richmond County Health Department
950 Laney Walker Blvd, Augusta, GA 30901, 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.
Richmond County Health Department - South Augusta
2420 Windsor Spring Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 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.
Childcare & early education
5 listedCathy's Daycare & Learning Center
2434 Lumpkin Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, 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.
Family YMCA Child Development Academy
1425 Walton Wy, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Head Start
3200 Augusta Tech Dr, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 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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Helping Hands Learning Center
2115 Windsor Spring Rd Ste. 24, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:30 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.
Tubman Home Cottage Head Start
1901 Kratha Dr, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Housing & shelter
4 listedAugusta Housing Authority
1435 Walton Wy, Augusta, GA 30901, 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
City of Augusta Housing and Development
510 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
DCCM Home
430 8th St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Mercy Ministries, Inc.
2034 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30904, 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: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Shelter and housing
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Utilities & financial help
17 listedACS Family Outreach Center
33512 Rice Dr, Fort Gordon, GA 30905, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
American Red Cross
1322 Ellis St, Augusta, GA 30901, 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.
Barton Village Community Center
3653 Rome Way, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
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Bernie Ward Community Center
1941 Lumpkin Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 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.
Catholic Social Services of Augusta
2620 Georgetown Dr, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 3:00 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.
Catholic Social Services Thrift Store
3229 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Csra Eoa
730 E Boundary, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Poverty alleviation and assistance
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
CSRA EOA Weatherization
2051 Bolt Dr, Augusta, GA 30901, 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
Weatherization and energy assistance programs
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
CSRA EOA, Inc.
343 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Anti-poverty economic opportunity agency serving the Central Savannah River Area.
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Gracewood Community Center
2309 Tobacco Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Henry Brigham Community Center
2463 Golden Camp Rd C, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Korean Association of Augusta Community Center
3109 Deans Bridge Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:30 – 6:00 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.
Muslim Community Services of Augusta
120 Davant St, Augusta, GA 30907, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Neighbor To Family
1226 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Richmond County DFCS
520 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA 30901, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Richmond County Family & Children
2216 Bungalow Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, 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.
Robert Howard Community Center
103 Diamond Lakes Way, Hephzibah, GA 30815, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Clothing & household goods
1 listedKid to Kid Augusta
2701 Washington Rd #2, Augusta, GA 30909, 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: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Children resale thrift store
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Domestic violence & safety
1 listedCSRA Economic Opportunity Authority, Inc.
1261 Greene St, Augusta, GA 30901, 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
Domestic violence shelter and support
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Employment & job training
1 listedNACA Augusta Office
2652 Tobacco Rd, Hephzibah, GA 30815, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Housing and mortgage assistance for homebuyers
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Education & after-school
1 listedFamily YMCA of Greater Augusta
1058 Claussen Rd, Augusta, GA 30907, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Disability & special needs
1 listedArea Agency On Aging
3626 Walton Wy Ext #300, Augusta, GA 30909, 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
Disability services, developmental support
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Community centers & general help
7 listed30901 Development Corporation
1446 Lee Beard Way, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Community development providing services to low to moderate income families.
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Augusta Dream Center
3364 Peach Orchard Rd, Augusta, GA 30906, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Augusta Partnership-Children, Inc.
435 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901, 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 – 2:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Coalition for children and youth programs
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
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Beulah Grove Community Resources / 30901 Development Corporation
1446 Lee Beard Way, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
GAP Ministries
1240 Ellis St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Community support material spiritual well-being
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Greater Augusta Presbyterian
1235 Greene St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA
Volunteer service improving material and spiritual well-being, fills gap between plenty and need
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Piedmont Augusta Foundation
2260 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30904, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Other
1 listedUnited Way of the CSRA
1765 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30904, 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 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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This list is free to use and always will be. Keeping it accurate takes real work, and there are three ways to pitch in: fund it, tell us about a place we missed, or push for the policies that would make a list like this less necessary.
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We add listings county by county. Once a month we send one email with what is new, what is moving on the Family Barter System, and the research behind all of it. No account needed.