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Where should we look?

Enter a city or ZIP code, or use your location, to see places near you. The services below can help right now, anywhere in the U.S.

Help you can reach right now

These services cover all 50 states and Washington, D.C. No location needed.

  • 211

    National service, not a nearby locationUnited Way and local 211 agencies

    Free and confidential, 24/7. A trained specialist connects you with local help for food, housing, utilities, health care, and more. Available to about 99% of people in the U.S., in every state and Washington, D.C.

    Call 211Visit website

  • Benefit Finder

    National service, not a nearby locationUSAGov

    Answer a few questions to see government benefits you may be able to get.

    Visit website

  • WIC for pregnant people, babies, and young children

    National service, not a nearby locationU.S. Department of Agriculture

    Healthy food, formula support, and nutrition help. Choose your state to find your local WIC office.

    Visit website

  • Childcare.gov

    National service, not a nearby locationU.S. Department of Health and Human Services

    Find child care and help paying for it in your state.

    Visit website

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    National service, not a nearby locationNational Domestic Violence Hotline

    Confidential support for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text, or chat with an advocate.

    Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)Text START to 88788Visit website