Find Free Food and Groceries
If you need food today Your local food bank can help you find food today, even if you need temporary help. They partner with food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs in your local community to give away free food.
Enter your zip code to find the food bank partnering with Feeding America. They'll share the locations and hours of nearby food distributions.
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Federal programs that can help Many federal programs are available whether you are here for the first time or have used food assistance.
Some federal programs have made changes following the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency. Learn what those changes mean for you .
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
WIC (Women, Infant & Children) Programs
Programs for your situation
Help for families with a child or teen
Help for families with babies or young kids
Help for people over 60
Senior Programs
Many food banks host senior food programs that provide free groceries to older adults, with no strings attached. Contact your local food bank to find out if a senior program is available near you.
Comprehensive help for seniors in your area
BenefitsCheckUp.org is a free online service of the National Council on Aging . Just answer a few simple questions and you will receive a personalized report listing the programs near you that you may be eligible for, program details, and how to apply in your area. This includes information about programs that can help you pay for medications, health care, utilities, and more.
Help for people who have experienced a disaster
Help for people with disabilities
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
People who are low-income and have a disability, blindness, or are over 65 may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI ). To apply and find out if you are eligible, click here .
Other programs that help make ends meet
Help with tax credits and tax filing
Tax Benefits
The Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit may help you get a tax break. These credits can provide extra money for groceries, gas, childcare, and more. Find out if you’re eligible for the Child Tax Credit or eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
Free online filing: Use GetCTC to claim your Child Tax Credit and your third stimulus payment. Filing takes 10-15 minutes and does not require any tax documents.
Free Tax Assistance
If you need help filing your taxes, free tax preparation support is available from these trusted sources:
IRS: Visit the VITA Site Locator to find in-person options for free tax support. IRS Free File offers a free online way to prepare and file federal taxes.United Way offers free self-file and online and in-person options for tax assistance.
Help with health insurance
Help with heat, electricity, utility and internet bills
Help for other family needs
Dial 2-1-1
For help with things like utilities, housing, mental healthcare, or childcare, dial 211 on any phone. Speak with a trained professional in your area 24 hours a day. Services are free and confidential and available in many languages. While most of the United States is covered by 211, the service is not available in all areas.