Resources Shared by the Annie E. Casey Foundation by Erin Mote from Sustaining Education Research

Guides to Community and Program Resources for individuals seeking support (State-level data)

Housing and Workforce Resources by state (as of April 2025)

Food Resources by state (as of October 2025)

211: For a comprehensive referral service, call 211 or visit your local 211 website. They can connect you with a wide range of local resources for free.

National Support Services:

Hunger Free America: This organization offers several ways to find food assistance:

USDA National Hunger Hotline: Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) to speak with a representative who can help you find meal sites, food banks, and other services.

Text Service: Send a text with a keyword like “food” or “SNAP” to 914-342-7744 for an automated response with local resources.

Website: Explore their online resources for more information.

FindHelp.org: This website allows you to search for financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or low-cost services simply by entering your zip code. Visit https://www.findhelp.org/