Plain-English starting points for help in every state. Every link goes to an official or trusted nonprofit site. Know a great local resource? Share it in Mom Circle.
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Today’s Free Stuff →
Free food, samples and kids’ stuff, updated all day.
Call or text 211 →
Free, confidential help finding local food, housing, utility, childcare and crisis support. Available nationwide.
findhelp.org →
Search free and reduced-cost programs near you by ZIP code.
Benefit Finder (USA.gov) →
Answer a few questions to see which government benefits you may qualify for.
Updated daily
Grants & Scholarships →
The latest grants and assistance for single moms.
Money-Saving Tips →
Budgeting, coupons and stretching every dollar.
Kids Activities →
Free printables and things to do at home.
Parenting Tips →
Trusted advice on raising happy, healthy kids.
Childcare
ChildCare.gov →
Find licensed childcare and your state’s childcare financial assistance program.
Head Start locator →
Free early learning programs for kids up to age 5.
Food
SNAP (food stamps) →
Find your state’s SNAP office and how to apply.
WIC →
Food, formula and nutrition help for moms and kids under 5.
Health
Medicaid & CHIP →
Free or low-cost health coverage for kids and parents.
HealthCare.gov →
Marketplace health plans, often with savings for single-income families.
Child support
State child support agencies →
Find your state’s child support office to open or enforce a case.
Housing & bills
HUD rental help →
Find public housing, Housing Choice Vouchers and local housing help.
LIHEAP energy help →
Help paying heating and cooling bills.
Legal help
LawHelp.org →
Free legal aid for custody, divorce, housing and more, by state.