AVAILABLE 24/7/365

24-Hour Food Assistance

Help is always available - Day or night, weekends, holidays

Call These Numbers Anytime

AVAILABLE 24/7

United Way 211

211

The most comprehensive resource. Connects you to local food banks, pantries,
soup kitchens, and emergency assistance in your area.

Call 211 Now

Or visit online:

Visit 211.org
AVAILABLE 24/7

National Hunger Hotline

1-866-3-HUNGRY

(1-866-348-6479)

Operated by Feeding America. Connects you to food banks
and meal programs in your local area.

Call Now

Also available in Spanish:

1-877-8-HAMBRE
AVAILABLE 24/7

USDA National Hunger Hotline

1-866-348-6479

USDA's official hunger hotline. Get information about:
SNAP (Food Stamps), WIC, School Meals, and more.

Call Now

Prefer Text Messages?

Text your ZIP code to: 914-342-7744

You'll receive a list of nearby food pantries and meal programs via text message.

Other Crisis Hotlines

If you're experiencing other emergencies, these hotlines are also available 24/7:

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you're having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Available 24/7 - Confidential & Free

Domestic Violence Hotline

Safe, confidential support for victims of domestic violence and abuse.

Available 24/7 - Over 200 languages

Substance Abuse Hotline

SAMHSA's National Helpline for substance abuse and mental health.

Available 24/7 - English & Spanish

Veterans Crisis Line

Confidential crisis support for veterans and their families.

Available 24/7 - For all veterans

Apply for SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps)

SNAP provides monthly benefits to buy groceries. Most households qualify.
You can apply online right now, 24/7.

  • Average benefit: $200-400 per person per month
  • Application processed within 30 days (7 days for emergency cases)
  • Use at grocery stores, farmers markets
  • No cost to apply

State-by-State 211 Resources

While 211 works nationwide, some states have dedicated websites:

Online Resources Available 24/7

Feeding America Food Bank Locator

Search for food banks by ZIP code

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WhiteHouse.gov Benefits Finder

Find all federal assistance programs you may qualify for

Visit Site
USDA WIC Program

Women, Infants, and Children nutrition program

Visit Site
School Meal Programs

Free and reduced-price meals for students

Visit Site

Emergency Shelter Resources

Most emergency shelters provide meals. Even if you don't need shelter, ask about meal times.

National Shelters
Shelter Search
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Save this page or write down these numbers:

  • 211 - United Way (Food, shelter, crisis help)
  • 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) - National Hunger Hotline
  • 988 - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  • Text ZIP to: 914-342-7744 - Food pantry locator

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