Resources for Assistance
Below is a small list of organizations in Idaho that can provide assistance for those in need.
If these resources are not meeting your needs please fill out the Get Help form.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
A good place to start for food, medical, income, and housing assistance. Our tax dollars pay for these resources, use them if you need them
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/financial-assistance
(877) 456-1233
Boise: 1720 N Westgate Dr STE A
Caldwell: 3402 Franklin Rd
Find Help Idaho
A fleshed out resource hub with a useful search function.-
Hays House
A shelter for kids, ages 9 to 17, who are runaways, homeless, victims of abuse or neglect, or just need a safe place to stay
(208) 322-6687
Boise Rescue Mission
A spiritual based shelter and program for adults facing hardships in life, including addiction, homelessness, and more.
(208) 343-2389
See site for location details
The Idaho Foodbank
A helpful resource for food aid and nutritional education
(208) 336-9643
Voices Against Violence
Assistance for Victims of Violence through…
Housing Assistance
Clothing Assistance
Food Assistance
Court Processes
Mustard Seed Ministries - Food Dist. Center
Food Assistance
Fuel Assistance
Utility Assistance
Rent Assistance
South Central Community Action Partnership
Food Boxes
Utility Assistance
Clothing Assistance
Rent Assistance (If 30/3 day notice given for payment)
The Salvation Army Admin Office
Food Boxes
Power OR Gas Bill Assistance
Rent (Notice of eviction required)