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We understand that families across all states may need support at different times.
Below are national directories that can help you quickly locate food banks, housing assistance, mental health resources, and crisis support in your area.
All resources are searchable by ZIP code and available to the public.
Food & Meal Assistance
Food & Meal Assistance
Feeding America – Food Bank Locator
Find free food distribution and community pantry programs near you.
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture – Free Meal Sites
Find free meal programs for children and families.
https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids
General Assistance & Emergency Support
General Assistance & Emergency Support
211 (United Way)
Get connected to local food, housing, and emergency support services.
Call or text 211 to speak with someone who can help you find resources in your area.
Mental Health & Crisis Support
Mental Health & Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support for people in distress. Available 24/7.
Call or text 988 or chat via https://988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line
Text-based mental health support from trained volunteers.
Text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use support.
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Education, support groups, and mental health resources.
Immigration Support & Rapid Response
Immigration Support & Rapid Response
Find trusted resources for immigration support, know-your-rights information, and rapid response networks in your area.
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
Find free or low-cost immigration legal help near you.
https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/
United We Dream – Know Your Rights
Resources for undocumented individuals and families, including what to do during ICE encounters.
https://unitedwedream.org/resources/
National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC)
Legal resources, guides, and advocacy for immigrant communities.
ACLU – Immigrants’ Rights
Know your rights and access legal resources.
https://www.aclu.org/issues/immigrants-rights
Rapid Response Networks (Local)
Many areas have community-based rapid response networks that provide immediate support during immigration enforcement activity.
Search: “Rapid Response Network near me”
You can also call 211 to ask about local immigration support services.
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