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A 1WiSh can take time, and we can't promise a giver will come forward. If your need is urgent, these free public services are often faster. 1to1WiSh is not affiliated with them; they are public directories.
Posting a wish is a hopeful step, not a promise. Using these services at the same time gives you the best chance.
Start here (United States)
- Call or text 211 (or visit 211.org): free, confidential connection to local help with rent, food, bills, and more.
- Search findhelp.org with your zip code for free and reduced-cost programs near you.
- In danger or a crisis? Call 911. For emotional crisis, call or text 988.
By type of need
- Rent and eviction: a HUD-approved housing counselor (hud.gov/findacounselor); free legal help at lawhelp.org.
- Food: find your local food bank; SNAP and other benefits at benefits.gov.
- Utility bills: call 211 and ask about LIHEAP and your utility's own assistance program.
- Dental care: options vary by area, and some have waitlists, so try several at once.
- Community health centers often offer dental care on a sliding scale, based on income.
- Dental schools offer lower-cost care, usually with a waitlist.
- Free dental days (such as Mission of Mercy, Remote Area Medical and Give Kids a Smile) happen now and then. Call 211 to ask what is near you.
- Dental Lifeline Network helps seniors, people with disabilities and people who are medically fragile.
- Medicaid adult dental coverage depends on your state. Ask your state Medicaid office.
- Health care: community health centers charge by income.
- Car repair and transportation: call 211 and ask your local Community Action Agency.
- School costs: your school's financial aid office and studentaid.gov.
Outside the United States
Please look for local social services, community charities and faith groups in your area.