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Suggested resources and organizations
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🏢 Bartering networks
Time Banks USA: Directory and platform for time banking and service exchanges
Simbi: Online marketplace for bartering services and goods
Craigslist Barter: Barter section for local, peer-to-peer exchanges.
IMS Barter: Barter exchange network for individuals and businesses.
U-Exchange: International bartering platform with strong U.S. presence.
🏢 Community spaces
Community Spaces Network: Map and directory of non-profit and community services spaces
Peerspace: Platform for finding and booking community spaces
National Neighborhood Data Archive (NaNDA): Datasets on community infrastructure.
Eventbrite Community Spaces: Lists community events and venues.
Localist: Aggregates and manages community event calendars.
👩👦Family support groups
National Family Support Network: Directory and resources for family resource centers
NAMI Family Support Groups: Support groups for families affected by mental health challenges
SAMHSA Support Group Locator: Database for mental health, substance use, and family support groups.
Family Voices: Network supporting families of children with special health care needs.
🏘️ Neighborhood Events
Meetup.com: Find and join local neighborhood groups, events, and activities near you.
Nextdoor: Connect with your neighborhood community, find local events, and share resources.
Eventbrite: Discover free local events happening in your neighborhood and city.
Facebook Events: Browse free community events posted by locals and organizations near you.
VolunteerMatch: Find volunteer opportunities and community events in your local area.
📝 Free or low cost tutoring
Schoolhouse.world: Free, peer-to-peer online tutoring in math, SAT prep and more
Learn to Be: Free or pay what you can 1:1 online tutoring for K-12 students
📚 Adult education classes
National Literacy Directory: Directory of local literacy and adult education programs
LINCS Adult Education and Literacy Resource Collection: Federal resource hub for adult education programs
🚨 Disaster kit resources
Ready.gov Disaster Kits: FEMA’s site with disaster kit checklists and guides
FEMA Preparedness Resources: Disaster kit workshops and preparedness guides
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Free disaster preparedness training and kit workshops.
DisasterReady: Free online courses for disaster preparedness.
🛻 Evacuation plans
Ready.gov Evacuation: FEMA’s portal for evacuation planning and guides
FEMA National Risk Index: Tool to assess local disaster risks and inform evacuation planning
FEMA Disaster Declarations & Recovery Database: Database of disaster declarations and recovery resources.
American Red Cross Shelter Finder: Database for finding local emergency shelters.
National Weather Service (NWS) Alerts: Real-time alerts and evacuation notices.
🎟️ Free Events & Activities
Eventbrite (free events): Find free local and virtual events
Meetup: Find free community meetups and group activities
Sofar Sounds: Free and low-cost intimate live music events
Local library events: Check your local library's event calendar for free programs
🚮Community clean-ups
Keep American Beautiful: National database of community clean-up events
EPA Cleanups in My Community: Map and list of environmental clean-up sites.
National Public Lands Day (NPLD): Annual event database for public lands clean-ups.
The Great Global Cleanup (Earth Day Network): Find and join clean-up events in your area.
🌳Tree planting initiatives
Arbor Day Foundation: National platform for tree planting events and resources
One Tree Planted: Find and join tree planting events
American Forests: Tree planting and forest restoration programs
National Forest Foundation Volunteer Database: Volunteer for tree planting and forest stewardship.
Trees for the Future: Tree planting and agroforestry projects.
🏪Small business grants
Grants.gov: Federal portal for government grants, including small business funding
SBA.gov Grants: U.S. Small Business Administration grants and funding programs
SCORE: Free mentorship and resources for small business owners
Hello Alice: Grants and resources for diverse small business owners
IFundWomen: Grants and coaching for women entrepreneurs
Amber Grant Foundation: Monthly grants for women-owned businesses
Fearless Fund: Grants for women of color-owned businesses
USDA Rural Development Business Grants: Grants and loans for rural businesses.
🪙Financial literacy workshops
MyMoney.gov: Federal portal for financial education resources and workshops
NFEC (National Financial Educators Council): Financial literacy workshops and curriculum
🎾 Free fitness resources
Nike Training Club: Free workout app with hundreds of guided workouts for all fitness levels
FitnessBlender: Free workout videos for all fitness levels, from beginner to advanced
Darebee: Free fitness resource with workout plans, programs, and nutritional guides
YMCA 360: Free online fitness classes for all ages and abilities
National Wildlife Federation Nature Finder: Resources for outdoor fitness including nature hikes and wildlife watching
SparkPeople: Free fitness tracking, workout videos, and healthy living resources
CDC Physical Activity: Free guidelines and resources for physical activity from the CDC
🍓Farmers markets
USDA National Farmers Market Directory: Searchable directory of farmers markets across the U.S., maintained by the USDA.
Local Harvest: Nationwide directory of farmers markets, CSAs, and family farms
My Health Forward: Find local farmers markets offering fresh, seasonal produce
Farmers Market Coalition: Nonprofit directory of farmers markets nationwide.
🍞Food banks
Feeding America: Nationwide networks of food banks, food pantries and local meal programs
Feeding America Food Bank Locator: Find your local food bank by entering your zip code
WhyHunger: National hotline and directory to find local food assistance
No Kid Hungry: Works to end childhood hunger in America through food programs and resources
Foodpantries.org: Nationwide directory of food pantries and food banks by state and city
Food Finder: Free app and website to find food pantries and free meal sites near you
AmpleHarvest: Connects gardeners and growers with local food pantries.
🍽️ Nutrition Workshops
Cooking Matters: Free cooking and nutrition education classes for families
USDA MyPlate: Federal nutrition guidance and free online workshops
Share Our Strength / No Kid Hungry: Nutrition education and cooking resources
Oldways: Cultural food traditions and nutrition workshops
Harvest for Healthy Kids: Nutrition education for families with young children
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Nutrition resources and workshop locator
CDC Nutrition Resources: Free nutrition education materials and links to workshops.
USDA Nutrition.gov: Central portal for free nutrition education and workshop resources.
🩺 Free or low-cost clinics
🏥 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
HRSA Health Centers: Searchable database of 1,400+ federally funded health centers
Health Center Finder by NACHC: National Association of Community Health Centers locator
🆓 Free & Charitable Clinics
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics: Database of free and charitable clinics across the U.S.
Free Clinics: Directory of free medical clinics by state and city
💊 Prescription & Medication Assistance
NeedyMeds: Find patient assistance programs and free/low-cost medications
RxAssist: Comprehensive database of pharmaceutical assistance programs
GoodRx: Compare prescription prices and find discounts at local pharmacies
🦷 Dental & Vision Care
Dental Lifeline Network: Free dental care for people with disabilities, elderly, or medically fragile
Vision USA: Free eye care for low-income, uninsured AmericansAmerica's Dentists Care Foundation: Free dental care events and clinics nationwide
👶 Women, Children & Family Health
Title X Family Planning: Federally funded family planning and reproductive health services
Planned Parenthood: Reproductive health services including low-cost care options
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP): Low-cost health coverage for children in families that earn too much for Medicaid
🩺 Mental health support
Mental Health America: Free, anonymous online mental health screening and resources
SAMSHA FindTreatment.gov: Directory of mental health and substance use disorder treatment facilities
💉 Vaccination Sites
Vaccines.gov: Official federal site to find vaccination sites nationwide.
CDC Vaccine Finder: Database for locating vaccine providers.
HRSA Health Center Vaccine Locator: Many health centers offer free vaccinations.
State Health Department Vaccine Portals: State-run databases for local vaccination sites.
Pharmacy Chains (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid): National pharmacy chains provide free or low-cost vaccines.
🍎 Wellness Workshops
YMCA/YWCA Wellness Programs: Many locations offer wellness workshops.
🏡 Affordable housing program
HUD resource locator: Tool to find affordable housing and HUD offices
HUD LIHTC database: Search for affordable rental housing supported by the LIHTC program
🏡 Rental assistance
211.org: Helpline and database for rental assistance and housing support
NILHC emergency rental assistance database: Database of emergency rental assistance programs
🔨 Home repair grants
HUD home repairs and improvements: Federal programs and grants for home repair
USDA single family housing repair loans and grants: Grants and loans for rural homeowners
🚑 Emergency shelters
Shelter listings: Directory of emergency shelters and supportive housing
Homeless shelter directory: Database of homeless shelters and services
🏡 Recycling centers
Recyclenation.com: National searchable datebase to recycle, donate or repair products.
Earth911 recycling search: Search for recycling centers by material and location.
National Recycling Database (The Recycling Partnership): Localized recycling information from community programs.
EPA Recycle Coach: Recycling guidelines and local program information.
🌱 Sustainability & Green Tech Solutions
Green America: Resources for sustainable technology and green business practices
iFixit: Free repair guides to extend the life of electronics and reduce e-waste
The Green Electronics Council: Promotes environmentally preferable electronics purchasing
🖥️ Free / Low-Cost Technology Access
EveryoneOn: Connects low-income families to low-cost internet and devices
PCs for People: Refurbished computers and low-cost internet for income-qualified individuals
Human-I-T: Free and low-cost tech devices and digital skills training
Komputers4Kids: Donates refurbished computers to students in need
Affordable Connectivity Program (FCC): Federal program offering discounts on internet service and devices
📚 Digital Skills & Tech Education
Khan Academy Computing: Free coding and computer science courses for all ages
Coursera (free courses): Free online tech and digital skills courses from top universities
Google Digital Garage: Free digital skills training including coding and data
🚌 Public transit options
National Transit Database (NTD): Federal database of all U.S. public transit agencies and routes
National Transit Map (BTS): Interactive map of transit services nationwide
211.org Transportation Search: Helpline and database for local transit assistance.
National Center for Mobility Management: Directory for public and specialized transit options.
🧳 Eco travel solutions
Sustainable Travel International: Resources and certification for sustainable travel
The International Ecotourism Society (TIES): Global network for ecotourism best practices
Responsible Travel: Directory of responsible and eco-friendly travel options
Green Global Travel: Guide to eco-friendly destinations and sustainable travel tips
Carbon Footprint Calculator – atmosfair: Calculate and offset flight carbon emissions
🚿 Water quality monitoring
Testing & Data Tools
Water Quality Portal (WQP): Largest source of publicly available water quality data in the U.S.
EPA SDWIS: Search public water system testing results and violations
Citizen Science & Community Monitoring
CitSci.org: Platform for community-based environmental data collection
GLOBE Program: NASA-supported global water and environment monitoring network
Drinking Water Safety
EWG Tap Water Database: Check contaminants in your local tap water supply
CDC Healthy Water: Drinking water safety guidance and resources from the CDC
Watershed & Local Monitoring
EPA WATERS: Watershed assessment and tracking for environmental results
River Network: National organization supporting local river and watershed protectors
💦 Water conservation programs
🏠 Household & Everyday Conservation
EPA WaterSense: National program promoting water-efficient products and practices
Dropcountr (app): App to track household water use and connect with conservation programs
Home Water Works: Indoor water use calculator and conservation tips for homeowners
Rainforest Alliance – 11 Tips for Saving Water: Simple everyday actions to reduce water consumption
🌿 Outdoor & Landscape Water Saving
EPA WaterSense Outdoor Guide: Tips and tools for reducing water use in yards and gardens
Irrigation Association: Smart irrigation resources and certified professional directory
ISA – Watering Your Trees: Guidance on efficient watering for trees and green spaces
📊 National Programs & Government Resources
USGS Water Use Data: National and state-level data on water use and conservation
Alliance for Water Efficiency Resource Library: Clearinghouse for water conservation best practices and tools
EPA Water Conservation Tools: Calculators, guides and program directories for water conservation
Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART: Federal grants and programs for water conservation projects
💰 Rebates & Incentive Programs
EPA WaterSense Rebate Finder: Find local rebates for water-efficient fixtures and appliances
Water Utility Rebate Database: Searchable directory of utility rebate programs by state
📚 Education & Advocacy
Water.org: Global nonprofit focused on access to safe water and sanitation
Pacific Institute: Research and policy analysis on sustainable water management
Waterkeeper Alliance: Global network of advocates protecting rivers, lakes and coastal waters
🚰 Free water testing
EPA safe drinking water information system (SDWIS): Database of public water system testing results and violations
🐬Wildlife conservation program
WWF (World Wildlife Fund): Global wildlife conservation programs and species protection
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature): Global authority on conservation status of species
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS): Conservation programs for wildlife and wild places worldwide
African Wildlife Foundation: Conservation programs across Africa
Defenders of Wildlife: U.S. and global wildlife protection programs
National Wildlife Federation: Wildlife habitat conservation and advocacy
Conservation International: Global biodiversity and habitat conservation