We’ve all heard the adage “Look for the helpers” during times of crisis. Now more than ever, community resources offer the help many of us need thanks to the aftershocks of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you’ve experienced job and income loss, are behind on your rent or utilities, or have been otherwise adversely affected, there are several organizations that can help sustain you and your family in the weeks and months to come.
Large organizations like United Way and Salvation Army are great places to start, and partner with other organizations to help meet basic human needs. Here are other resources available in the communities we serve, and beyond.
MICHIGAN
Michigan 2-1-1 Find assistance with food, housing, rent and utility payments, mental health resources, and more.
Public School Meal Distribution Sites (if you don’t see your school listed, contact the school directly for more information):
- Kalamazoo Public Schools
- Portage Public Schools
- Grand Rapids Public Schools
- Battle Creek Public Schools
- Sturgis Public Schools
Feeding West Michigan Where to find food through Michigan when you need it.
WMU Invisible Needs Project Assists college students with food and other necessities.
MI Bridges State assistance for healthcare, food, child care, cash assistance, and more.
Michigan Unemployment All the information you need about filing for unemployment in Michigan.
OHIO (UNION & LOGAN COUNTIES)
Ohio 2-1-1 Find assistance with food, housing, rent and utility payments, mental health resources, and more.
Public School Meal Distribution Sites (if you don’t see your school listed, contact the school directly for more information):
Ohio.gov State assistance for healthcare, food, child care, cash assistance, and more.
Ohio Unemployment All the information you need about filing for unemployment in Ohio.
INDIANA (TIPTON COUNTY)
Indiana 2-1-1 Find assistance with food, housing, rent and utility payments, mental health resources, and more.
United Way of Howard & Tipton Counties Housing and food assistance, services for veterans, and more.
Tipton Public Schools Meal Distribution Sites
Indiana Unemployment All the information you need about filing for unemployment in Indiana.
Family and Social Services Administration State assistance for healthcare, food, child care, cash assistance, and more.