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Family help in Spokane County, Washington

59 places and programs in and around Spokane 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

12 listed
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  • Second Harvest Inland Northwest

    1234 E Front Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, 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 – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • SNAP (Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners)

    3102 W Whistalks Wy, Spokane, WA 99224, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • SNAP: Armory

    212 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • SNAP: East

    500 S Stone St #4150, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • SNAP: Northeast

    4001 N Cook St, Spokane, WA 99207, USA

    Monday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • SNAP: Valley

    10814 E Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99206, USA

    Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:30 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM

    Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food. Call ahead to ask what to bring.

  • Women & Children's Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen

    1408 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201, USA

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

    Free meals for women and children

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Women And Children's Free Restaurant - Food Distribution Center

    1620 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99205, 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.

  • Women's & Children's Free Restaurant - Food Distribution Center

    1408 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201, 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

1 listed

Maternal & infant health

7 listed
  • Airway Heights WIC

    13120 W 13th Ave, Airway Heights, WA 99001, USA

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

  • Spokane Regional Heath District WIC

    12213 E Broadway Ave #2, Spokane, WA 99206, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 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.

  • WIC

    5901 N Lidgerwood St, Spokane, WA 99208, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 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.

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  • WIC

    4001 N Cook St, Spokane, WA 99207, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 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.

  • WIC Deer Park

    113 E 2nd St, Deer Park, WA 99006, USA

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

  • WIC-Women/Infants/Children

    1603 N Belt St, Spokane, WA 99205, 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: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.

  • WIC-Women/Infants/Children

    140 S Arthur St #508, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

    Monday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 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.

Healthcare & clinics

2 listed

Childcare & early education

11 listed
  • CCS AEC Head Start/Early Head Start

    2310 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99205, 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.

  • ECEAP and Head Start Parent Information

    3410 W Whistalks Wy, Spokane, WA 99224, USA

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Head Start

    910 N Ash St, Spokane, WA 99201, 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.

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  • Head Start/ECEAP/Early HD

    25717 N Yale Rd, Chattaroy, WA 99003, 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.

  • Logan/Lidgerwood Head Start

    3704 N Nevada St, Spokane, WA 99207, 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.

  • SCC Head Start/Early Head Start

    1810 N Greene St, Spokane, WA 99217, 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.

  • SFCC Early Learning Center Bldg #29

    3410 W Whistalks Wy, Spokane, WA 99224, USA

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

    Who it is for: 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.

  • Sister Haven head start

    1935 N Holy Names Ct, Spokane, WA 99224, USA

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

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

  • Spokane County Head Start

    3939 N Freya St, Spokane, WA 99217, 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.

  • WCCC Head Start/Early Head Start

    1603 N Belt St, Spokane, WA 99205, 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.

  • West Boone Center Early Head Start

    2427 W Boone Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, USA

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

    Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.

Housing & shelter

5 listed
  • Habitat for Humanity-Spokane Office

    1805 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

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

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Northwest Fair Housing Alliance

    35 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • Salem Arms Community Housing

    1022 W Shannon Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

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  • Spokane County Community Services, Housing, and Community Development (CSHCD)

    211 W Augusta Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, 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.

  • Spokane Housing Authority

    25 W Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, USA

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

Utilities & financial help

14 listed
  • Aim Community Services

    123 W Cascade Way Ste A, Spokane, WA 99208, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • American Indian Community Center

    1025 W Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

    12 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

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  • Community Services Office

    1313 N Maple St, Spokane, WA 99201, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Home & Community Services

    1330 N Washington St #3000, Spokane, WA 99201, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Hope Human Services

    6120 N Mayfair St, Spokane, WA 99208, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Lutheran Community Services Northwest

    210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, 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: 8:30 AM – 3:00 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.

  • Mission Community Outreach Center

    1906 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

    Monday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

  • New Beginnings Community Resource

    2524 E Queen Ave, Spokane, WA 99217, USA

    Who it is for: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Northeast Community Center

    4001 N Cook St, Spokane, WA 99207, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Our Place Community Outreach

    1509 W College Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, USA

    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 3:30 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 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.

  • Southside Community Center

    3151 E 27th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • Triumph Community Services

    207 W Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

  • West Central Community Center

    1603 N Belt St, Spokane, WA 99205, 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: Help is usually income-based and varies by program. Call and ask what is available and what to bring.

Public benefits & family services

1 listed
  • Vanessa Behan

    2230 E Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, 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

    Child safety, family strengthening, and community engagement

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Mental & behavioral health

2 listed
  • CME North Central Community Mental Health & Development Center

    2001 N Division St Ste 130, Spokane, WA 99207, 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 – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

  • Community-Minded Recovery Support Services & Recovery Café

    622 E 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

    Monday: Closed · 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Employment & job training

1 listed

Disability & special needs

1 listed
  • Developmental Disabilities Services

    1611 W Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, 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

    Disability services, developmental support

    Who it is for: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Community centers & general help

1 listed
  • Volunteers of America Eastern Washington

    1440 N Haven St, Spokane, WA 99202, 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: Call to ask what is available and who qualifies.

Other

1 listed
  • Spokane County United Way

    910 N Washington St Ste 101, Spokane, WA 99201, 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 – 3:00 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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