Message from the Universe
The Universe is vast, infinite, and alive with possibility. It holds all things — the good, the broken, and everything in between. This page is one small reflection of that care. If you’re struggling, may this be the hand that reaches back. If you’re steady, may this be your reminder to lift someone else. No names. No credit. Just help — moving through all of us, like light through space.
Nation-Wide Food & Emergency Help
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Feeding America
National food bank network. Find help near you.
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211 (United Way)
Food, housing, utilities, and crisis help.
Call 211 -
American Red Cross
Disaster aid, shelter, food, and recovery help.
1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) -
The Salvation Army USA
Food, shelter, clothing, and utility assistance.
1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769) -
Society of St. Vincent de Paul (USA)
Nationwide network offering food, rent, and utilities help.
314-576-3993 -
Meals on Wheels America
Meals for seniors and homebound adults across the U.S.
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USDA Food & Nutrition Service
SNAP, school meals, and emergency feeding programs.
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FoodPantries.org
Directory of food pantries by ZIP code.
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Catholic Charities USA
Food, shelter, disaster and refugee aid.
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Blessings of Hope
Large-scale food distribution and community support.
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Operation Homefront
Emergency food and financial help for military families.
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VFW Financial Assistance (Unmet Needs)
Grants for basic necessities for eligible military families.
Help with Electricity, Heating Fuel, and Utilities
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LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
Federal program for home energy bills and crisis aid.
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National Energy Assistance Referral (NEAR)
National referral line for energy assistance.
1-866-674-6327 -
211 (United Way)
Local programs for utility bills, fuel, shut-off prevention.
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The Salvation Army USA
Help with heat, electricity, rent, and emergency fuel.
1-800-725-2769 -
Catholic Charities USA
Utility/heating assistance in many states.
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Red Cross — Disaster Relief
After storms/outages: food replacement, fuel, shelter.
1-800-733-2767 -
Dollar Energy Fund
Grants via utility partners for shut-off prevention.
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Modest Needs Foundation
Small emergency grants for essential bills, including utilities.
Help with Rent and Mortgage Assistance
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Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA)
Info hub for local rental/utility assistance programs.
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Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF)
Assistance for homeowners behind on mortgages and housing costs.
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The Salvation Army — Rent/Mortgage
Emergency rent/mortgage and utilities help.
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Help for Renters (CFPB)
National hub linking to rent assistance and tenant help.
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FHFA — Mortgage Assistance
Options for homeowners who can’t make payments.
Help with Medical and Prescription Assistance
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HRSA Health Centers
Free/low-cost medical, dental, and mental health clinics nationwide.
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NeedyMeds
Programs to lower prescription costs and find low-cost clinics.
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RxAssist
Patient assistance programs for free/low-cost medications.
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GoodRx
Coupons and lowest-price comparisons for prescriptions.
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SAMHSA Treatment Locator
Nationwide mental health & substance use treatment.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 confidential crisis support.
988 -
NAFC Free & Charitable Clinics
Network of free clinics across the U.S.
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Medicaid
Low-income health coverage; how to apply by state.
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HealthWell Foundation
Financial help for medical treatments and prescriptions.
Help with Mental Health & Crisis Support
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support.
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SAMHSA National Helpline
24/7 help for mental health & substance use.
1-800-662-HELP (4357) -
Veterans Crisis Line
Veterans: Dial 988, then press 1; or text 838255.
Dial 988, then 1 -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 confidential support.
1-800-799-7233 -
RAINN — National Sexual Assault Hotline
24/7 confidential support.
800-656-HOPE (4673) -
Crisis Text Line
Text support from trained counselors (text HOME to 741741).
Text HOME to 741741
Help with Transportation
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Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
Rides to covered medical appointments for eligible members.
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211 (United Way) — Transportation
Gas vouchers, bus passes, ride programs (varies by area).
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VA Beneficiary Travel
Mileage reimbursement or special mode transport for eligible Veterans.
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American Cancer Society — Road To Recovery
Rides to cancer treatment (availability varies by area).
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Modivcare (where available)
NEMT vendor used by many states/health plans; check your plan.
Help with Employment & Income
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CareerOneStop (U.S. Dept. of Labor)
Job search, training, unemployment info.
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Job Corps
Free education and training for ages 16–24.
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USA.gov — Benefit Finder
Find federal/state benefits you may qualify for.
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TANF (Cash Assistance)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (by state).
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Social Security — SSI / SSDI
Disability and income support programs.
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IRS — Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Refundable tax credit for low- to moderate-income workers.
Help with Homeless Outreach & Emergency Shelters
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HUD — Find Shelter
Shelters, food pantries, health care, clothing assistance.
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VA Homeless Programs
Housing, health care, and employment for Veterans.
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Red Cross — Find Open Shelters
Disaster shelter map during emergencies.
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Covenant House
Shelter & support for youth and young adults (multiple states).
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National Runaway Safeline
Support and shelter connections for youth.
1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) -
211 (United Way) — Shelters
Local shelter and outreach programs nationwide.