Food assistance
31 listedAntioch Family Life Center - Food Distribution Center
1921 SE Indiana Ave, Topeka, KS 66607, 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.
Bread Of Life Food Pantry
235 Lime St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 2:00 – 3:00 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.
Breadbasket Food Pantry
708 SE Lime St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · 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.
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Catholic Charities of NE Kansas - Food Distribution Center
234 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 12:30 – 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.
Community Action - Food Distribution Center
Community Action - Food Distribution Center
806 Nishnabe Trail, Rossville, KS 66533, 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 Cupboard - Food Distribution Center
624 SW 24th St, Topeka, KS 66611, 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 Cupboard - Food Pantry
2331 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611, 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.
Eastside Church of God in Christ - Food Distribution Center
2725 SE 10th St, Topeka, KS 66607, 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.
Elwanda's Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center
2915 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66606, 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 & Faith Ministry - Food Distribution Center
708 SE Lime St, Topeka, KS 66607, 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 Christian Church - HARVESTERS Food Distribution Center/1st Day of Month
1880 SW Gage Blvd #3380, Topeka, KS 66604, 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.
Grace Episcopal Cathedral Sack Lunches - Food Distribution Center
701 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 8:30 – 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.
Hands of Hope - Hot Meal Distribution
220 NW Jay St, Topeka, KS 66608, USA
Monday: 5:30 – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Housing And Credit Counseling, Inc - Food Distribution Center
1195 SW Buchanan St #101, Topeka, KS 66604, 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.
Jardine Middle School - Food Distribution Center
2600 SW 33rd St, Topeka, KS 66611, 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.
Kansas Action For Children - Food Distribution Center
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.
Midland Care Meals on Wheels
2134 SW Westport Dr, Topeka, KS 66614, 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: 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
404 SW Polk St, Topeka, KS 66603, 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 Pantry - Food Distribution Center
404 SW Polk St, Topeka, KS 66603, 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 United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center
2915 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66606, 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 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center
2801 SE Indiana Ave, Topeka, KS 66605, 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.
Open Arms Outreach Ministries - Food Distribution Center
2401 SE 11th St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 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.
Rossvile United Methodist church - Food Distribution Center
411 Pearl St, Rossville, KS 66533, 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.
Salvation Army - Food Distribution Center
1320 SE 6th St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 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.
Topeka First Free Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center
3450 SE Indiana Ave, Topeka, KS 66605, 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.
Topeka Rescue Mission - Food Distribution Center
600 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66608, USA
Monday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM · Thursday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM · Friday: 6:00 – 6:30 PM · Saturday: 5:00 – 5:30 PM · Sunday: 5:00 – 5:30 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.
Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries Distribution Center - Food Pantry
401 NW Norris St, Topeka, KS 66608, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 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.
Town and Country Christian Church - Monthly Food Distribution Center
3107 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:30 – 11:30 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.
True Holiness Family Church - Food Distribution Center
1244 SE Republican Ave, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 5:00 – 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.
Wonderful Works - Food Distribution Center
815 SW 5th St, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Maternal & infant health
4 listedKansas WIC Program- State Office
1000 SW Jackson St #220, Topeka, KS 66612, 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.
Kdhe Nutrition And Wic Services - Food Distribution Center
1000 SW Jackson St, Topeka, KS 66612, 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.
Shawnee County Health Department - WIC
2600 SW East Circle Dr S, Topeka, KS 66606, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
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Wic Office
2600 SW East Circle Dr S, Topeka, KS 66606, 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.
Healthcare & clinics
1 listedKansas Department of Health and Environment
1000 SW Jackson St, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Childcare & early education
3 listedCommunity Action Head Start
2400 SE Highland Ave, Topeka, KS 66605, 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
Sheldon Head Start School
1155 SW Seabrook Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, 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.
Susan M. Wheatley Center for Early Learning
2400 SE Highland Ave, Topeka, KS 66605, 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.
Housing & shelter
3 listedCrestview Shelter House
4901 SW Shunga Dr, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Kansas Housing Resources Corporation
200 SW 6th Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Topeka Rescue Mission Distribution
401 NW Norris St, Topeka, KS 66608, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Utilities & financial help
12 listedAuburn Community Center
121 W 11th St, Auburn, KS 66402, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Catholic Charities of NE Kansas - Topeka Office
234 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Monday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Central Park Community Center
1534 SW Clay St, Topeka, KS 66604, 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: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
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Community Action - Hancock Location
1000 SE Hancock St, Topeka, KS 66607, 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.
Community Action, Inc
455 SE Golf Park Blvd Office 121, Topeka, KS 66605, 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
Community Resources Council (CRC)
455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, KS 66605, 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 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Housing and financial assistance
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Community Services
1000 SE Hancock St, Topeka, KS 66607, USA
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Crestview Community Center
4801 SW Shunga Dr, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Doorstep Inc - Office Hours (NOT Client Service Hours)
1119 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, 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 – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Food, clothing, rent, prescription, and transportation assistance.
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Garfield Community Center
1600 NE Quincy St, Topeka, KS 66608, 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: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Salvation Army
1320 SE 6th St, Topeka, KS 66607, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Shawnee North Community Center
300 NE 43rd St, Topeka, KS 66617, 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: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.
Domestic violence & safety
1 listedLifeHouse Child Advocacy Center
5611 SW Barrington Ct S, Topeka, KS 66614, 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 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Employment & job training
1 listedBe Filled of South Topeka
7127 SE Forbes Ave Bldg 449C, Topeka, KS 66619, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 6:00 – 7:30 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM · Sunday: Closed
Employment and job training services
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Disability & special needs
1 listedCASA of Shawnee County
501 SE Jefferson St #2002, Topeka, KS 66607, 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 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Court advocates for children abuse neglect
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Community centers & general help
2 listedCapper Foundation
3500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
SENT, INC
455 SE Golf Park Blvd Office 119, Topeka, KS 66605, 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
Community development and support for under-resourced neighborhoods
Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.
Other
1 listedUnited Way of Kaw Valley
1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS 66604, 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 – 1:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
The local United Way. It funds community agencies rather than giving help directly, and can point you to the right one.
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National helplines, open to every family
These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.
Feeding America Food Bank Finder
Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)
Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET
Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
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National Diaper Bank Network
Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Families in need of diapers
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.
Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families
Postpartum Support International
Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.
Who it is for: New and expecting parents
WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)
Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.
Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5
Find a Health Center (HRSA)
Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees
Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.
Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income
Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)
Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.
Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families
Childcare.gov
Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to all families
Head Start and Early Head Start
Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.
Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5
211 (United Way)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
HUD Housing Counseling
Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.
Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners
National Runaway Safeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Who it is for: Youth and families
LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)
Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET
Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential
Disaster Distress Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster
SAMHSA National Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.
Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential
Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)
Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.
LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)
Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.
Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)
Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.
211 Transportation Help (United Way)
Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)
After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.
Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income
YMCA (Find Your Y)
Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.
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This list is free to use and always will be. Keeping it accurate takes real work, and there are three ways to pitch in: fund it, tell us about a place we missed, or push for the policies that would make a list like this less necessary.
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We add listings county by county. Once a month we send one email with what is new, what is moving on the Family Barter System, and the research behind all of it. No account needed.