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A few national places to begin while we line up local help. You are not alone in this.
Directory of 1,000+ mutual aid groups across the US. Search by location to find community-based help near you — no government interaction required.
Federal help paying heating/cooling bills. Apply through your state office.
A few national places to begin while we line up local pantries near you.
A few national places to begin while we connect you with the job-search group.
Weekdays at 9am Pacific. Show up and work through career building as a community — group problem-solving around job search, freelancing, and founding a company. Backup link: https://meet.google.com/qyh-pgxq-ddo
Goodwill operates career centers in most metro areas. Free resume help, job coaching, skills training, and interview clothing.
Free job search, training finder, resume builder, and salary data from the U.S. Department of Labor. Good starting point for anyone looking for work.
Find your local workforce center. Every state has them — free resume help, interview prep, job referrals, and sometimes training funds.
State-by-state links to apply for unemployment insurance. If you just lost a job, start here.
Federal job portal with entry-level positions, veteran preference, internships, and recent-graduate pathways.
A few national places to begin while we help you navigate care and coverage.
Free, 24/7 text-based crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth and adults experiencing abuse, depression, or suicidal ideation. Staffed by trained crisis responders, including LGBTQ+ peer support workers.
LGBTQ+ youth crisis line (ages 13–24) — also available for adults. Offers 24/7 support, including trauma-informed care and referrals for abuse. Seattle-based staff available for local support.
Database of patient assistance programs, discount drug cards, and free or low-cost clinics. Helps people who cannot afford prescriptions find manufacturer programs and other help.
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral for mental health and substance use. Available in English and Spanish. They can connect you to local services even without insurance.
Find a community health center near you. These federally funded clinics provide medical, dental, and mental health care on a sliding fee scale — you pay based on what you can afford, even with no insurance.
Apply for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Screens for Medicaid/CHIP eligibility and subsidy help. Open enrollment runs Nov-Jan, but you can apply anytime after a life change (job loss, move, birth).
Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) if you cannot work due to a disability. The application process is long — start as early as possible.
If you're behind on your mortgage or facing foreclosure, there are people whose entire job is to help you — for free. The most important thing is to act now, because the sooner you reach out, the more options you have.
HUD says a certified housing counselor can help homeowners review mortgage options, prepare loss-mitigation applications, and communicate with mortgage servicers. HUD foreclosure help line: 800-569-4287 CFPB housing counselor search: consumerfinance.gov/find-a-housing-counselor
Federal money distributed through your state to help homeowners behind on mortgage, property taxes, insurance, or HOA fees. Each state runs its own program with different rules — use this page to find yours and apply directly.
Here are some digital safety resources. Whether you're dealing with a hacked account, online stalking, or just want to help your family stay safe online — these guides walk you through it step by step.
Step-by-step guide to regaining control of your accounts and devices after a hack.
Safety guide for people experiencing digital stalking or tech-enabled abuse from a partner or ex.
Digital security for activists whose threat model includes state surveillance.
Digital security guide for journalists protecting sources and communications.
Help family members with basic digital security — passwords, scam awareness, device safety.
This is one of the best “start here” resources because they can screen for multiple programs at once, including rent assistance, shelters, food support, transportation, and legal aid. Available in many languages.
For electric bill support, Broward’s LIHEAP program lets qualified households apply online for financial assistance with electric payments. https://www.broward.org/FamilySuccess/Pages/LowIncomeHomeEnergyProgram.aspx
FPL’s county assistance page lists Flagler County options: Northeast Florida Area Agency on Aging EHEAP: 904-391-6600, NFCAA LIHEAP: 904-362-8052 or 904-398-7472, and Salvation Army FPL Care To Share: 904-356-8641.
Useful for locating nearby grocery assistance, meal programs, and emergency food resources.
searchable local programs for rent help, food, transportation, healthcare, and utility support.
Good search page for nearby food pantries and basic needs programs.
Good backup search tool for nearby pantries by ZIP code. https://www.findhelp.org/food/food-pantry–austin-tx
Useful for quick additional food pantries and meal programs by ZIP code. Link: https://www.findhelp.org/food/food-pantry–corpus-christi-tx
Search by ZIP code for food pantries, diapers, hygiene, rent help, utility help, and other support. It is useful when the person’s exact temporary address or neighborhood is known.
State food benefits application. Florida uses one public-assistance application for SNAP, Temporary Cash Assistance, Medicaid, and related programs.
Florida’s LIHEAP provider page lists Flagler County: Northeast Florida Community Action Agency, with phone numbers 904-362-8052 and 904-398-7472.
They do not distribute directly from the warehouse, but their “Find Food” page helps locate pantries and mobile distributions. Their SNAP/Food Resources Hotline for Nebraska residents is 1-855-444-5556
California’s HEAP/LIHEAP provides one-time help toward eligible household utility bills. https://www.csd.ca.gov/pages/liheapprogram.aspx
California’s LIHEAP helps low-income households with heating/cooling energy costs. https://www.csd.ca.gov/pages/liheapprogram.aspx
Volusia County administers LIHEAP for eligible households needing help with electric, gas, propane, coal, or other energy costs. This is relevant because utilities are already shut off or in crisis. Volusia Human Services programs: https://www.volusia.org/services/community-services/community-assistance/human-services/human-services-programs.stml Florida LIHEAP portal: https://floridaliheap.com/
Helps with heating/cooling bills. Apply at: https://www.energy.gov/energy-assistance/low-income-home-energy-assistance Or call 1-800-332-1888
Statewide application portal. MNbenefits says people can apply once for multiple safety-net programs, including food and cash assistance. https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/
Useful if they need confidential safety planning and do not want to start locally. ODVN also refers people here for immediate help outside local business hours. https://www.thehotline.org/
NFCAA’s LIHEAP program covers Flagler County and can help with past-due utility bills and/or deposits, with some households eligible for a home energy credit.
Florida DCF administers SNAP for low-income individuals and families, including seniors and people with disabilities. They should apply through Florida DCF ACCESS if they are not already receiving benefits or if household income changed after job loss.
Website: https://www.211.org Helps: 24/7 helpline for housing, financial, and job support referrals. Tip: Use the “Housing Assistance” or “Financial Assistance” keywords.
Call 2-1-1 or search online for food, housing, utilities, transportation, health care, and crisis resources. This is a good first step if the person needs several kinds of help and is overwhelmed.
referral line for food, utility help, housing expenses, transportation, and local emergency resources. It is available 24/7 and confidential. https://211unitedway.org/ They can also call 211.
statewide coordinated referral line for emergency shelter, food, transportation, and crisis services. Dial 211 locally.
Call 2-1-1 or 816-474-5112. Open 24/7 with language interpretation. They can help locate food, rent/utility help, shelter, transportation, medical care, and other local supports. Their searchable database also lists food pantries, free meals, housing help, utility assistance, and transportation resources.
211 can help locate food, bill help, housing resources, and other local services. Montgomery County also points people to 211/HelpLink for rental assistance. https://www.211.org/
https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/ https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits
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