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Family help in Johnson County, Kansas

60 places and programs in and around Johnson 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

28 listed
  • Antioch Church - Storehouse Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    5201 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS 66202, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 1:00 – 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.

  • Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas - Food Distribution Center

    333 E Poplar St Ste A, Olathe, KS 66061, 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: 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.

  • Catholic Charities Of Northeast Kansas - Food Pantry

    9806 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212, 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: 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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  • Center of Grace - Food Distribution Center

    520 S Harrison St, Olathe, KS 66061, 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.

  • Central Church of the Nazarene - Food Distribution Center

    12600 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66215, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 6:00 – 7:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 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.

  • Church of the Resurrection Overland Park Food Pantry

    8412 W 95th St Room 2A, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 – 7:00 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.

  • Edgerton United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center

    300 E 4th St, Edgerton, KS 66021, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 5:00 – 6:30 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.

  • Gardner Multi-service Center - Food Distribution Center

    510 W Main St, Gardner, KS 66030, 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.

  • Harvesters Mobile Food Pantry - YMCA

    21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 2:00 – 3:30 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.

  • Jewish Family Services - Food Distribution Center

    5801 W 115th St, Leawood, KS 66211, 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.

  • Life Spring Church - Spring Hill Mobile Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    206 N Webster St, Spring Hill, KS 66083, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 6:00 – 7:30 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.

  • Mission Community Food Pantry

    5601 W 62nd St, Mission, KS 66202, 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.

  • New Hope Food Pantry

    13310 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 66062, USA

    Monday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM · Friday: 1:00 – 6:00 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.

  • Northeast Multi-Service Center - Food Distribution Center

    6000 Lamar Ave, Mission, KS 66202, 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.

  • Olathe Family Resource Center - Food Distribution Center

    333 E Poplar St Ste A, Olathe, KS 66061, 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: 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.

  • Open Arms - Food Pantry

    12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 66062, 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.

  • Overland Park Christian Church - Food Distribution Center

    7600 W 75th St Ste a, Overland Park, KS 66204, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 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.

  • Overland Park Church of Christ - Food Distribution Center

    13400 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66210, 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.

  • Redemption Church - Food Distribution Center

    515 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 66061, 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.

  • Renewed Hope Food Pantry

    8714 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 – 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.

  • Resurrection Overland Park United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center

    8412 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 – 7:00 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.

  • Santa Fe Waystation Food Pantry

    6422 Santa Fe Dr, Mission, KS 66202, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 5:00 – 7:00 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.

  • Second Baptist Church of Olathe - Food Distribution Center

    331 N Kansas Ave, Olathe, KS 66061, 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.

  • Spring Hill Food Pantry at Life Spring

    210 N Webster St, Spring Hill, KS 66083, 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.

  • Stilwell Baptist Caring Ministry - Food Distribution Center

    19950 Broadmoor Ln, Stilwell, KS 66085, USA

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

  • The Salvation Army-Olathe - Food Distribution Center

    420 E Santa Fe St, Olathe, KS 66061, 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 – 7:00 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: 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.

  • Village Church Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    9960 Mission Rd, Overland Park, KS 66207, 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: 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.

  • Village Presbyterian Church Food Pantry

    Tillotson Building, 9960 Mission Rd, Overland Park, KS 66207, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Saturday: 9:30 – 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.

Diapers & baby supplies

8 listed
  • Halal food tiffin

    10485 W 116th St, Overland Park, KS 66210, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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

  • Jewish Family Services of Greater Kansas City

    5801 W 115th St #103, Overland Park, KS 66211, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    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.

  • Open Arms

    12480 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 66062, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

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  • Starfish

    16175 W 135th St, Olathe, KS 66062, 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.

  • Starfish Project Foundation / The Beach

    1078 W Santa Fe St A, Olathe, KS 66061, 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: 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 Hope Market

    1200 Energy Center Dr, Gardner, KS 66030, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5:00 – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 8:00 – 11:00 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • The Single Mom KC

    11539 W 83rd Terrace, Overland Park, KS 66214, 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.

  • TurnStyles Thrift Donation Bay

    9720 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 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.

Maternal & infant health

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  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment Mission WIC Clinic

    6000 Lamar Ave #140, Mission, KS 66202, 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: 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

3 listed
  • Growing Futures Early Education Center

    8155 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204, USA

    Monday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 7:15 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.

  • Harmony Early Childhood Center

    14030 S Black Bob Rd, Olathe, KS 66062, 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.

  • Heartland Early Child Center

    1700 W Sheridan St, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

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

Utilities & financial help

20 listed
  • Alliance for Community Solutions

    19953 W 162nd St, Olathe, KS 66062, 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.

  • Catholic Charities of NE Kansas - Olathe Office

    333 E Poplar St Ste A, Olathe, KS 66061, 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: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Catholic Charities of NE Kansas - Overland Park Family Support Center

    9806 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212, 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: Closed · 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.

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  • Catholic Charities of NE KS - Administrative Office

    9720 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212, 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: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Center of Grace

    520 S Harrison St, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

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

  • Johnson County Aging & Human Services

    11811 S Sunset Dr #1300, Olathe, KS 66061, 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

  • Johnson County Catch-a-Ride

    11811 S Sunset Dr #1300, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Johnson County Community College

    12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, USA

    Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM

    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.

  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (Olathe)

    11875 S Sunset Dr #300, Olathe, KS 66061, 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 – 2:00 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.

  • Johnson County Housing Coalition

    403 W Poplar St # A, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

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

  • Johnson County Human Services (Gardner Office)

    510 W Main St, Gardner, KS 66030, USA

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

  • Johnson County Human Services (Lenexa Office)

    12425 W 87th St, Lenexa, KS 66215, USA

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

  • Johnson County Human Services Department

    12425 W 87th St Pkwy #200, Lenexa, KS 66215, 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.

  • Johnson County Motor Vehicle

    6000 Lamar Ave, Mission, KS 66202, USA

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

  • KVC Kansas

    21344 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Salvation Army Olathe Corps Community Centers

    420 E Santa Fe St, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    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.

  • Shawnee Community Services

    11110 W 67th St, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Stonebridge Trails: A Rodrock Community

    16098 W 166th St, Olathe, KS 66062, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

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

  • United Community Services of Johnson County

    Building 29, 9001 W 110th St #100, Overland Park, KS 66210, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Youth & Family Services Center

    920 W Spruce St, Olathe, KS 66061, 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

    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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