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Family help in Forsyth County, North Carolina

95 places and programs in and around Forsyth 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

31 listed
  • Alpha & Omega Church of Faith - Food Distribution Center

    1445 Gray Ave NE, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Ardmore United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center

    630 S Hawthorne Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 5:30 – 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.

  • Bethesda Center For The Homeless - Food Distribution Center

    930 N Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

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  • Betty and Jim Holmes Food Bank Garden

    1001 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104, USA

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

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

  • Care And Share Food Pantry

    3650 N Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 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.

  • Catholic Charities Diocese - Food Pantry

    1612 E 14th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

  • Central Triad Church - Food Distribution Center

    2935 Cole Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA

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

  • Christ Rescue Temple - Food Distribution Center

    1500 N Dunleith Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Clemmons Food Pantry

    2660 Neudorf Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 3:30 – 7:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Clemmons Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    2660 Neudorf Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 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.

  • Crisis Control Ministry - Food Distribution Center

    200 10th St E, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist Church - Food Distribution Center

    1225 N Cleveland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Experiment In Self-reliance - Food Distribution Center

    Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Feeding the Carolinas

    6255 Towncenter Dr, Clemmons, NC 27012, 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.

  • Food Pantry Piney Grove

    4740 Indiana Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 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.

  • Iglesia Nueva Vida - Food Distribution Center

    4423 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, 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.

  • Little Free Food Pantry

    Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Love Community Development - Food Distribution Center

    3980 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 12:00 – 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.

  • Meals On Wheels of Senior Services

    2895 Shorefair Dr NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

  • Morris Chapel United Methodist Church - Food Distribution Center

    2715 Darrow Rd, Walkertown, NC 27051, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 – 11:00 AM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 10:00 – 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.

  • New Jerusalem Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center

    1212 N Dunleith Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 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.

  • Piney Grove Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center

    4633 Grove Garden Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 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.

  • Saint Peter's World Outreach Center - Food Distribution Center

    3683 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, 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 Stephen Missionary Baptist Church - Food Distribution Center

    5000 Noble St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 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.

  • Samaritans Soup Kitchen - Food Distribution Center

    1243 Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM · Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 12:00 – 1:45 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.

  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina

    3655 Reed Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107

    Food bank serving Forsyth County, North Carolina. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Forsyth 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.

  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina

    3330 Shorefair Dr NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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 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.

  • Sunnyside Ministry - Food Distribution Center

    319 Haled St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, 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.

  • The Salvation Army-Washington - Food Distribution Center

    1255 Trade St NW #27101, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:30 – 10:00 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.

  • The Shalom Project Food Pantry - Food Distribution Center

    726 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 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.

  • Whole Man Ministries - Food Distribution Center

    3916 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, 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.

Diapers & baby supplies

20 listed
  • Brillop

    Burke St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Chameleon Kids Consignment

    3422 Kinnamon Village Lp, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, USA

    Monday: Closed · 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: 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.

  • City Lights Ministry

    1600 Williamson St, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, 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: 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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  • Crisis Control Ministry

    200 10th St E, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 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.

  • Dream Center of Forsyth County

    1201 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Goodwill Store and Donation Center

    2635 Lewisville Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 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.

  • HandsOn NWNC

    114 30th St Suite 600, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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: 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.

  • HOPE of Winston Salem

    355 NW Crawford Pl, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • La Comunidad Amada de Cristo / Christ's Beloved Community

    3205 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, 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.

  • Love Out Loud

    The Hub at ACC (Shared Nonprofit Space, 502 N Broad St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Mt. Moriah Outreach Center

    317 Jefferson St, Kernersville, NC 27284, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 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.

  • Neighborhood's Hands

    1713 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Newborns in Need

    3323 Transou Rd, Pfafftown, NC 27040, 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.

  • Project:Re3 Hope Center

    3801 Old Hollow Rd, Kernersville, NC 27284, USA

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

  • Samaritan Ministries

    414 E NW Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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: 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.

  • Smart Start of Forsyth County, Inc.

    155 Sunnynoll Ct Ste 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA

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

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

  • St Paul United Methodist Church

    2400 Dellabrook Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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: 10:00 AM – 2:00 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.

  • Sunnyside Ministry

    319 Haled St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA

    Monday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · 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 Shalom Project

    726 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • Welcome Baby

    500 W Northwest Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

Maternal & infant health

4 listed
  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Adult Medicine - Downtown Health Plaza

    1200 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

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

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Downtown Health Plaza

    1200 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

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

  • Forsyth County Medicaid

    741 Highland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

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

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  • Forsythe Healthcare Inc

    501 N Cleveland Ave #4, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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

3 listed
  • Community Care Clinic

    2135 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Forsyth County Department of Public Health

    799 Highland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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 – 8:00 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.

  • United Health Centers @ Peters Creek Parkway

    2101 Peters Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA

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

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

Childcare & early education

3 listed
  • Clemmons First Baptist Preschool

    3530 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012, 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: 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.

  • Head Start Center

    2050 Big House Gaines Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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: 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.

  • New Horizons Child Care

    6395 Cephis Dr, Clemmons, NC 27012, 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.

Housing & shelter

4 listed
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  • WS Rescue Mission - Community Outreach Center

    710 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Wednesday: 8:00 – 10:00 AM · Thursday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM · Friday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

Utilities & financial help

30 listed
  • Action4Equity

    1922 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA

    Monday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 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.

  • Asset Building Coalition of Forsyth County

    200 10th St E, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Catholic Charities

    1612 E 14th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

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  • City with Dwellings

    502 N Broad St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

  • Community Choices, Inc.

    726 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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 Intervention & Educational Services

    Hybrid, 1225 E 5th St #100, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 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.

  • Community Service Work Program

    301 N Church St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Crisis Control Ministry Inc

    431 W Bodenhamer St, Kernersville, NC 27284, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 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.

  • Eliza's Helping Hands, Inc

    1225 E 5th St #100, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

    Who it is for: 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.

  • Eureka House

    1452 Emerald St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Experiment in Self Reliance, Inc.

    3480 Dominion St NE, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Family Services Forsyth County

    1200 S Broad St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

    Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 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.

  • Former Coop Extension Center, Forsyth County Center

    1450 Fairchild Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, 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.

  • Forsyth County Department of Social Services

    741 Highland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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

  • Forsyth County Food Stamp Office

    741 Highland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Forsyth County Government

    201 N Chestnut St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • Forsyth Technical Community College Main Campus

    2100 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 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.

  • Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County (Business Office, Not ReStore)

    1023 W 14th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: 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.

  • Love Community Development Corporation, Inc.

    3980 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 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.

  • Mi Casa Community Services/Servicios Hispano-Latino

    1721 Link Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, USA

    Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

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

  • N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center

    7232 Forsyth Ctr Dr, Tobaccoville, NC 27050, 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.

  • NAACP

    4130 Oak Ridge Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 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.

  • Senior Services, Inc.

    2895 Shorefair Dr NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

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

    Who it is for: 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.

  • Solutions For Independence

    7744 North Point Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA

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

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

  • The Salvation Army Kernersville Corps Worship and Service Center

    130 E Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284, USA

    Monday: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • The Salvation Army of Greater Winston-Salem Area Command and Center of Hope

    1255 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

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

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

  • The Salvation Army Winston-Salem Citadel Corps

    2850 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 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.

  • United Way of Forsyth County

    301 N Main St #1700, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

    301 N Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, 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.

  • YWCA of Winston Salem Forsyth County

    1300 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 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.

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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