Compassion in action changes lives. Meeting basic needs is the first step toward stability and healing. Access to food, shelter, and clothing helps lift the burden of survival so individuals and families can begin focusing on long-term growth. Every person deserves the security of a warm meal, safe shelter, and clothing to protect their dignity. Our Food, Shelter, and Clothing Resources guide you to national food pantries, emergency housing, and clothing programs to meet essential needs. In times of hardship, these resources remind us that no one is forgotten and that hope can be restored through the care of others. We believe in building stronger, healthier livesβ€”one meal, one shelter, one garment of hope at a time.

National network with 200 food banks & 60,000 pantries.

Contact: 1-800-771-2303

🌐 feedingamerica.org

Federal food benefits (formerly food stamps).

Contact: 1-800-221-5689

🌐 fns.usda.gov/snap

Hot meals, food boxes, groceries through local corps.

Contact: 1-800-SAL-ARMY

🌐 salvationarmyusa.org

Database of food pantries & free meal programs nationwide.

🌐 foodpantries.org

Low-cost/free clothing vouchers through local branches.

Contact: 1-800-SAL-ARMY

🌐 salvationarmyusa.org

Emergency clothing & basic necessities nationwide.

🌐 catholiccharitiesusa.org

Collects & distributes winter coats through local partners.

🌐 onewarmcoat.org

Advocacy & referrals for shelters & housing programs.

🌐 nationalhomeless.org

Directory of emergency shelters & transitional housing programs.

🌐 shelterlistings.org

Housing, shelter, & reentry housing support nationwide.

Contact: 1-800-899-0089

🌐 voa.org

🌐 PsychCentral

🌐 Psychology Today

🌐 GoodTherapy.org