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Family help in Allen County, Indiana

78 places and programs in and around Allen 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

35 listed
  • 1st Baptist Church of New Haven - Food Distribution Center

    1716 Werling Rd, New Haven, IN 46774, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 1:00 – 4:00 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.

  • Adventist Community Services - Food Distribution Center

    228 Lexington Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807, 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.

  • At the Table- Gethsemane Lutheran Church - Food Distribution Center

    1505 Bethany Ln, Fort Wayne, IN 46825, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:45 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.

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  • Avalon Missionary Church - Food Distribution Center

    1500 Lower Huntington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 6:00 – 7:00 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.

  • Beacon Heights Church of the Brethern - Food Distribution Center

    2810 Beacon St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

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

  • Bright Point - Food Distribution Center

    227 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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.

  • Community Harvest Food Bank

    999 E Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

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

  • Community Harvest Food Bank

    999 E Tillman Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46816, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 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.

  • Emmanuel Lutheran Church Services - Food Distribution Center

    917 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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.

  • Faith & Light Food Pantry

    1700 E Pettit Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, USA

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

  • First Assembly of God - Food Pantry

    1400 W Washington Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 2:00 – 4:00 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.

  • Food Pantry-Sunday 5pm only

    1025 Vance Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 5:00 – 7:00 PM

    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.

  • Fort Wayne Urban Ministries - Food Distribution Center

    1700 E Pettit Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, 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.

  • Grabill Food Bank

    13620 Main St, Grabill, IN 46741, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:00 – 4:00 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.

  • Grace Point Church of the Nazarene - Food Distribution Center

    8611 Mayhew Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835, 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.

  • Harlan Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    16434 IN-37, Harlan, IN 46743, USA

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

  • Haven Missionary - Food Distribution Center

    845 W Creighton Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 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.

  • Miss Virginia's Food Pantry

    1312 S Hanna St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 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.

  • New Haven Food Bank - Food Distribution Center

    800 Green St, New Haven, IN 46774, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:45 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.

  • Oakridge Temple - Food Distribution Center

    2808 Evans St, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 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.

  • Queen of Angels SVDP - Food Distribution Center

    1500 W State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, 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 James Lutheran Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    1720 IN-930, New Haven, IN 46774, 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 Matthew Lutheran Church - Food Distribution Center

    2305 Goshen Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, USA

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

  • Saint Peter's Catholic Church - Food Distribution Center

    510 E Dewald St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 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.

  • Saint Therese/ Saint Vincent DePaul - Food Distribution Center

    2304 Lower Huntington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • St Mary's Soup Kitchen

    1101 Lafayette St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    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.

  • St Patrick Food Bank

    2120 S Harrison St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 10:45 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 – 10:45 AM · 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.

  • St. Andrews Soup Kitchen

    2714 New Haven Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

    Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 11:00 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.

  • The Franciscan Center, Inc. - Food Distribution Center

    4643 Gaywood Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, USA

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

  • The Pantry At Purdue Fort Wayne - Food Pantry

    Walb Student Union, 2101 E Coliseum Blvd room g 42, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 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.

  • Turner Chapel A.M.E - Food Distribution Center

    836 E Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, 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.

  • United Faith Presbyterian Church - Food Distribution Center

    1616 W Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, USA

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

  • Waynedale United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center

    2501 Church St, Fort Wayne, IN 46809, USA

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

  • Wellspring Interfaith Social Services Inc. - Food Distribution Center

    1316 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: 2:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 – 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.

  • Woodburn Community Food Bank - Food Distribution Center

    4300 Becker Rd, Woodburn, IN 46797, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 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.

Diapers & baby supplies

15 listed
  • A Baby's Closet

    621 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM · 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.

  • Anthony Wayne First Church of God

    6012 S Bend Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA

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

  • Associated Churches

    602 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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: 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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  • Bethlehem Lutheran Church

    3705 S Anthony Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, 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.

  • CHFB The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Produce Preservation Center

    1010 N Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, 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.

  • Emmanuel Lutheran Church

    917 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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.

  • Franciscan Center Inc

    1015 E Maple Grove Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, 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.

  • Healthier Moms & Babies

    1025 W Rudisill Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46807, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: 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.

  • Lifehouse Church - Forest Park Campus

    2100 Kentucky Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 8:00 – 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.

  • Maplewood Mennonite Church

    4129 Maplecrest Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815, USA

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

  • St Alban's Episcopal Church

    7308 St Joe Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835, 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.

  • The Lighthouse Community Center

    3000 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 7:00 – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 7:00 – 8:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 7:00 – 8:00 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.

  • The Shepherd's Hand Community Outreach Center

    1231 S Anthony Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, 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.

  • Trinity United Methodist Church

    609 Putnam St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, USA

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

  • Wellspring Interfaith Social

    1316 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:30 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.

Maternal & infant health

5 listed
  • A Hope Center at S. Calhoun

    3702 S Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, 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 – 8:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • Allen County Department of Health

    200 E Berry St #360, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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: 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.

  • Neighborhood Health

    3350 E Paulding Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46816, 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: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 7:00 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: 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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  • Neighborhood Health

    1717 S Calhoun St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 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.

  • WIC

    1725 S Calhoun St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 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

2 listed
  • Allen County Department of Health Medical Clinic

    4813 New Haven Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 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.

  • St. Joseph Community Health Foundation

    347 W Berry St #101, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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

Childcare & early education

13 listed
  • Allen County Family Resource Center

    5100 Gaywood Dr Door 5A, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: Closed · 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.

  • Anthis Career Center

    1200 S Barr St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

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

  • Bridge of Grace Early Years Academy cared for by Westminster Preschools

    909 Elmrow Dr Suite 1B, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, 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.

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  • Brightpoint

    227 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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: Closed · 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.

  • East Wayne Headstart

    801 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

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

  • East Wayne Street Center

    801 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, 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 – 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.

  • Hanna - Creighton Head Start

    2107 S Hanna St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, 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.

  • Indiana Early Learning Hub

    11020 Diebold Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46845, 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.

  • Iris Family Support Center, formerly SCAN

    500 W Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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 – 8:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 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.

  • Kids On the Go Inc

    5621 Stellhorn Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815, 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: 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.

  • Temple Head Start

    5200 Old Mill Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46807, 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.

  • The Learning Center Academy

    2041 Reed Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 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: 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.

  • Whitney Young Early Childhood

    1026 E Pontiac St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

    Monday: 8:50 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:50 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:50 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:50 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:50 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.

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  • Lutheran Social Services of Indiana

    333 E Lewis St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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

  • Salvation Army Corps of Allen County, Indiana

    2901 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM

  • The Salvation Army Corps

    2901 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, USA

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

  • United Way of Allen County

    347 W Berry St #300, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, 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: 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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