Mutual Aid NYC

Free Water Testing Kits for Lead

Group: New York City Department of Environmental Protection

Fill out the request form to receive a free kit to test your drinking water for lead. The kit comes with a pre-paid label to send it to a laboratory for lead analysis, and the results will be mailed t...

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Free weekly grocery distribution in Bedstuy and Long Island

Group: Community Solidarity

Find a Food Share location and weekly date/time on the website: Bedstuy, Farmingville, Wyandanch, Hemstead, and Huntington Anyone can come to a Community Solidarity Food Share and get most, if not al...

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Food Clothing

Friendly VOICES Program

Group: New York City Department for the Aging

The Friendly VOICES program builds friendships and limits social isolation for older adults who are isolated for reasons such as COVID-19. Volunteers can do virtual or in-person visits. Call Aging Con...

(212) 244-6469

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Socializing

Community Focus: Seniors and elders

From Shelter to Apartment: A Guide to New York City's Department of Homeless Services

Group: Center for Urban Pedagogy

A foldout poster (English and Spanish versions) that breaks down people’s rights in homeless shelters and the different programs available to help them leave shelter and find affordable permanent hous...

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Housing

Community Focus: People who are unhoused/housing unstable/public housing residents

Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) Hotline

Group: GMHC

Call 1-800-243-7692 for a safe space to discuss a wide range of concerns. They provide information about topics such as HIV/AIDS, STDs, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)...

(800) 243-7692

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Medical

Community Focus: LGBTQIA2+

Generation Q, at Queens Community House

Group: Queens Community House

An after-school youth center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth and allies, between the ages of 13 and 21. They offer a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities...

718-592-5757

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Socializing Education

Community Focus: Youth LGBTQIA2+

Get Someone to Accompany You During an ICE Checkin Date

Group: Families For Freedom

Got an upcoming ICE check-in date? Fill out the form linked on the website with your name, email, and ICE check-in date, and Families for Freedom staff will reach out to accompany you during the proce...

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Legal

Community Focus: Undocumented people/immigrants

Growing Up Healthy Hotline for Families with Children

Group: NY State Department of Health

Call the hotline anytime at 1-800-522-5006. We're open 24/7. TTY 1-800-655-1789. Help is available for health care, nutrition, pregnancy, family planning, children's needs, and more.

1-800-522-5006

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Food Social Service Guidance

Community Focus: Parents/guardians/caregivers People with low-income/limited income

Guidance on Applying for WIC for Families with Children

Group: NY State Department of Health

Information on how to apply for WIC. The WIC program provides support with accessing food, nutrition education, and resources for expecting parents and caregivers. Government ID required.

(800) 629-0557

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Food Social Service Guidance

Community Focus: Parents/guardians/caregivers People with low-income/limited income

Guide to Reduced-Cost Veterinary Care

Group: Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals

An informational guide to programs offering financial assistance to help pay for veterinary care for your companion animals in the New York City area.

Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Need Category: Petcare

Community Focus: People with low-income/limited income