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WASHINGTON D.C. AREA AID RESOURCES
HELP FOR THOSE IN NEED
FOOD, HEALTH CARE, HOUSING & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
America is the only modern state without national health insurance.
Hundreds die every day.
Millions of Americans struggle with the rising costs of health care, food, housing, and other basic necessities.
Changes to public assistance programs are making life even harder for those who need help most.
Our government is not doing what it needs to do. America's State of Emergency
Many people need all the help they can get to survive.
This is why we list these groups.
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This list does not claim to be comprehensive, but it does offer a place to start finding help and reliable information.
GENERAL AID
If you need immediate assistance, start with the General Aid resources below.
They can help you locate free community services, emergency assistance, food programs,
housing support, medical care, financial assistance, and other essential resources throughout the Washington metropolitan area.
Programs, eligibility requirements, services, and hours of operation may change over time.
Please visit each organization's website to verify current information before relying on a particular service or visiting a location.
EFA RESOURCE PAGES
Free Resources (Buy Nothing, Free Cycle)
Free Health Resources (No Cost)
GENERAL ASSISTANCE DIRECTORIES
FIND HELP LOCAL ASSISTANCE DIRECTORY
A searchable directory of local assistance programs.
211 COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY
A nationwide directory connecting people with local resources for food, housing, health care, utility assistance, employment, financial assistance, and other essential community services.
AARP FOUNDATION LOCAL ASSISTANCE DIRECTORY
A national directory for food, housing, health care, financial assistance, and other community services.
A directory of mutual aid organizations and community assistance networks.
A map of mutual aid groups and community-based resources.
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
EFA DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA RESOURCE PAGES
EFA’s collection of assistance programs and community resources in the District of Columbia.
EFA’s collection of free food resources in the District of Columbia.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Information and assistance resources for District residents.
DISTRICT GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Information and assistance programs for District of Columbia federal workers and job seekers.
DC Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking
Resources and assistance information for District residents, including federal workers.
FOOD AND SNAP ASSISTANCE
A directory of food assistance locations and programs in the District.
Information about applying for and receiving SNAP benefits in the District.
VIRGINIA
EFA VIRGINIA RESOURCE PAGES
Community resources and assistance programs throughout Virginia
Food banks, pantries, free meals, and other food assistance programs throughout Virginia.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Programs and services available to Virginia residents.
STATE GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Information and assistance programs for Virginia federal workers and job seekers.
STATEWIDE RESOURCES
Federation of Virginia Food Banks
Find food banks and hunger relief organizations serving communities across Virginia.
COUNTY & CITY RESOURCES
Community resources and local government services for Alexandria residents.
Community resources and local government services for Arlington residents.
Community resources and local government services for Fairfax County residents.
Fairfax County Employment Resources
Employment assistance, job search resources, and workforce services.
Community resources and assistance programs for Loudoun County residents, including federal workers.
Community resources and local government services for Prince William County residents.
FOOD & SNAP
Locate food pantries, meal programs, and food assistance throughout Virginia.
Information about eligibility and applying for SNAP benefits in Virginia.
MARYLAND
EFA MARYLAND RESOURCE PAGES
Community resources and assistance programs throughout Maryland.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Programs and services available to Maryland residents.
STATE GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Information and assistance programs for Maryland federal workers and job seekers.
Information about emergency loan programs and financial assistance for eligible federal workers.
COUNTY RESOURCES
Community resources and county services for Montgomery County residents.
Prince George's County Website
Community resources and county services for Prince George's County residents.
Community resources and county services for Howard County residents.
Community resources and city services for Baltimore residents.
FOOD & SNAP
Locate food pantries, meal programs, and food assistance throughout Maryland.
Information about eligibility and applying for SNAP benefits in Maryland.
REGIONAL FOOD ASSISTANCE
The following organizations serve people throughout the Washington metropolitan area, including the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia, and suburban Maryland.
Find food distributions, partner pantries, and community meal programs throughout the region.
Locate neighborhood pantries offering free food and household essentials.
Search an interactive map of community mini pantries.
Food assistance and community support programs, including services for federal workers.
FEDERAL WORKER RESOURCES
These organizations provide assistance specifically for federal employees, furloughed workers, and their families.
Information and assistance programs for District of Columbia federal workers and job seekers.
Information and assistance programs for Virginia federal workers and job seekers.
Information and assistance programs for Maryland federal workers and job seekers.
FEDERAL WORKER UNIONS
Federal workers' union with information, advocacy, and assistance resources.
Treasury Employees Union resources for eligible members affected by financial hardship.
Federal workers' union offering information and assistance resources.
OTHER RESOURCES
Partnership for Public Service
A nonprofit organization providing information, guidance, and resources for federal employees.
Community Services Agency (AFL-CIO)
Provides emergency financial assistance of up to $500 for eligible federal workers facing a crisis.