If you or someone you know is facing hardship, housing instability, or hunger, please explore these trusted local and state resources:

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Head Start (Maricopa County): No-cost early education, developmental support, and family resources for children birth to age 5.

Apply to Maricopa County Head Start Programs

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McKinney-Vento Act (Mesa Public Schools): Supports children and youth experiencing housing instability with immediate school enrollment, school supplies, and educational stability.

Mesa Public Schools McKinney-Vento Information & Application

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United Food Bank: Look up local food pantries, mobile markets, and meal sites across the East Valley and Arizona by zip code.

Find Food Near You with United Food Bank

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One Small Step (Clothes Cabin): We proudly partner with One Small Step for children's clothing and support items. Please take all donations of clothing and children's items directly to them so they can be properly distributed with dignity.

Learn More About One Small Step / Clothes Cabin

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AZ Hugs has capacity for 6 families and fills up fast. Please still fill out our intake form, we actively use these numbers and real-world details to advocate for family stability at the state and federal levels.

Familiy Intake Form