Food assistance
23 listedChrist Pantry Joliet - Food Pantry
402 Singleton Pl, Joliet, IL 60436, 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.
Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Church - Food Pantry
212 Richards St, Joliet, IL 60433, 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.
Dupage Township Food Pantry
719 Parkwood Ave, Romeoville, IL 60446, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · 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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Fairmont Food Pantry
525 Barry Ave, Lockport, IL 60441, 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.
Fellowship Bible - Food Pantry
122 Morris St, Joliet, IL 60436, 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.
First & Santa Cruz Lutheran Church - Blessing Bench -Food Pantry
55 W Benton St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 12:00 – 1:30 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.
FISH Food Pantry
1463 Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441, USA
Monday: 8:30 – 11:00 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:30 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 8:30 – 11:00 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.
Frankfort Township Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center
11000 W Lincoln Hwy, Frankfort, IL 60423, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 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.
Glory Tabernacle - Food Pantry
459 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 3:00 – 6:00 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.
HEAL. Riverwalk - Food Pantry
316 N Bluff St, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 3:00 PM – 6:00 AM · 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.
Helping Hands Food Pantry (of Community Presbyterian Church)
102 N 1st St, Peotone, IL 60468, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:30 – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Manhattan Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center
230 S Wabash St, Manhattan, IL 60442, 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.
Micro Pantry
333 Madison St, Joliet, IL 60435, 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.
Micro Pantry
313 S Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60436, USA
Monday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Saturday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
New Lenox Township Food Pantry
1100 S Cedar Rd, New Lenox, IL 60451, USA
Monday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 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.
New Life Church Food Pantry
500 Gougar Rd, New Lenox, IL 60451, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 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 – 1:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Northern Illinois Food Bank
273 Dearborn Court, Geneva, IL 60134
Food bank serving Will County, Illinois. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Will 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.
Northern Illinois Food Bank - South Suburban Center
171 S Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60436, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Plainfield Area Interfaith Food Pantry
22525 W, 22525 Lockport St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Romeoville Community Pantry NFP INC
2 Belmont Dr, Romeoville, IL 60446, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 – 11:30 AM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Sacred Heart Church-Family Table - Soup Kitchen
329 S Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60436, 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 Patrick's Catholic Church -Food Pantry
710 W Marion St, Joliet, IL 60436, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · 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.
We Care Of Romeoville - Food Pantry
219 Arlington Dr, Romeoville, IL 60446, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 12:00 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.
Diapers & baby supplies
13 listed4 Kids Sake
339 Remington Blvd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, USA
Monday: 2:30 – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 2:30 – 5:30 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.
Bags of Hope
15114 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA
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 Outreach Program, Inc.
2223 Plainfield Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60403, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 7:00 – 9:00 AM · 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.
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Joliet Hope Center
1820 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 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.
Kuzma Care Cottage
635 S Main St, Wilmington, IL 60481, 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 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.
Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center
903 129th Infantry Dr #600, Joliet, IL 60435, 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: 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.
Living Manna Resource Center
25124 S Fryer St, Channahon, IL 60410, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 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.
MorningStar Mission
350 E Washington St, Joliet, IL 60433, 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.
Old Plank Trail Community Bank
280 Veterans Pkwy, New Lenox, IL 60451, 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: 9:00 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.
ShareFest Will County
21715 Moni Dr, New Lenox, IL 60451, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 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.
Spanish Community Center
309 N Eastern Ave, Joliet, IL 60432, 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 – 12:00 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.
St. John Lutheran Church
2650 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
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.
Warren-Sharpe Community Center
454 S Joliet St, Joliet, IL 60436, 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: 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.
Maternal & infant health
3 listedWIC Clinic
501 Ella Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
WIC Direct
1408 Joliet Rd, Romeoville, IL 60446, 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.
Will County WIC
323 Quadrangle Dr, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM · Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:15 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
4 listedWill County Community Health Center
1106 Neal Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Will County Health Department
501 Ella Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, 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: 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.
Will County Health Department (Eastern Branch)
5601 W Monee Manhattan Rd, Monee, IL 60449, 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.
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Will County Health Department and Community Health Center (Northern Branch)
323 Quadrangle Dr, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, 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.
Childcare & early education
9 listedAlexandria Early Childhood Center
1704 Alexandria Dr, Joliet, IL 60436, 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: 9:00 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 Care Resource & Referral
801 N Larkin Ave Ste 202, Joliet, IL 60435, 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: 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.
Cornerstone Early Learning Center
26359 W 135th St, Plainfield, IL 60544, 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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Educare Learning Center
3171 Thomas Hickey Dr, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Family Development Center
1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484, USA
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 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.
Felman Early Childhood Center
200 S Des Plaines St, Joliet, IL 60436, 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.
Good Shepherd at New Song Church
151 E Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, 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 Program of Catholic
200 S Des Plaines St, Joliet, IL 60436, 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.
Kidz Korner
25850 W Eames St, Channahon, IL 60410, 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: 7:00 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.
Housing & shelter
1 listedDaybreak Shelter
611 E Cass St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA
Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours
Utilities & financial help
10 listed1025 Wilcox
2455 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 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.
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet Administrative Office
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet Broadway Center
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Community Alliance & Action
68 S Chicago St #401, Joliet, IL 60432, 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.
Dupage County Area Project
201 Canterbury Ln B, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, 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.
Guardian Angel Community Services
168 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, 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.
The Salvation Army Joliet Corps Community Center
300 3rd Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, 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
United Way of Will County
Will County Habitat for Humanity
1395 N Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Monday: Closed · 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 – 5:30 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.
Wilmington For A Healthy Community
1095 S Water St Ste F, Wilmington, IL 60481, 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: 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.
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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