Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Whatever you're facing, help is here. Explore trusted local resources for everyday needs — just choose a category below.

Meal Programs

Table Grace Ministries
  • Pay-What-You-Can Café: No set prices — donate, or volunteer for your meal
  • Hours: Mon–Tue & Thu–Sat, 7am–2pm (closed Wed & Sun)
  • Location: 1611½ Farnam St., Downtown Omaha
  • Job Experience Program: Hands-on training to help re-enter the workforce
Visit Table Grace
Meals Program / Pantry Resources Free meals and pantry assistance for anyone in need, through Open Door Mission. Visit Open Door Mission
Compassion Casseroles Details coming soon.
Trinity Feeds Food Pantry
  • Address: 6340 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68111
  • Hours: Third Saturday of the month, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Church of the Resurrection / St. Benedict's Food Pantry
  • Address: 3020 Belvedere Blvd, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Tuesday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Heart Ministry Center Choice Food Pantry
  • Address: 2222 Binney Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
St. Martin de Porres Pantry
  • Address: 2111 Emmet Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Monday & Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Project Hope
  • Address: 6201 North 60th Street, Omaha, NE (at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church)
  • Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM
Black Men United
  • Address: 4200 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Second & fourth Saturday, 10:00 AM – Noon
Together Inc.
  • Address: 812 South 24th Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Kountze Memorial
  • Address: 2650 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Monday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Friday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Salvation Army Care Kitchen
  • Address: 2424 Pratt Street, Omaha, NE
  • Services: Sack lunch Tuesday–Thursday, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM; general public meals, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
No More Empty Pots
  • Address: 8501 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE
  • Info: Call 402-690-0888 to arrange pickup or food delivery
First Lutheran Church
  • Address: 542 South 31st Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Tuesday, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Grace Lutheran Church
  • Address: 1326 South 26th Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Monday, 10:00 AM until food runs out
Iglesia Luterana San Andrés
  • Address: 4440 South 25th Street, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Thursday, Noon – 3:00 PM
Our Savior Lutheran Church
  • Address: 313 Story Street, Council Bluffs, IA
  • Hours: Thursday, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM; fourth Friday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ralston High School
  • Address: 8969 Park Drive, Ralston, NE
  • Hours: First Tuesday of each month, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
St. Vincent de Paul – Holy Family
  • Meal: Sack lunch, Monday–Friday, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Salvation Army North Corps
  • Address: 2424 Pratt Street, Omaha
Open Door Mission Men's Center
  • Lunch: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Juan Diego Center
  • Breakfast: Daily, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
  • Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Dinner: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone: 402-731-5413
  • Address: 5211 S 31st St, Omaha
St. Vincent de Paul – Omaha
  • Phone: 402-346-5445
  • Info: Or call your local Catholic parish

Housing

Garland Thompson Men's Center Emergency shelter and recovery services for men, through Open Door Mission. Visit Open Door Mission
Lydia House / Women & Families Emergency shelter and support for women and families, through Open Door Mission. Visit Open Door Mission
Lutheran Family Services Housing support and services through Lutheran Family Services. Visit LFS Healthy Housing

Utilities

OPPD Energy Assistance Programs
  • Emergency Assistance: Up to $500/year if eligible
  • Monthly Bill Credits: Reduce your monthly bill
  • Energy Efficiency Help: Up to $3,000 in improvements
  • Federal LIHEAP: Heating and cooling assistance
Visit OPPD
Black Hills Energy
  • Black Hills Cares: Helps eligible customers pay energy bills or emergency energy expenses
  • LIHEAP Guidance: Walks you through applying for federal heating assistance
  • Weatherization: Free home efficiency upgrades to lower energy bills
  • Budget Billing & Payment Plans: Stable monthly payments and flexible arrangements
Visit Black Hills Energy

Housing Related Services

Bellevue Housing Authority
  • Phone: 402-293-2000
  • Address: 8214 Armstrong Circle, Bellevue, NE
Douglas County General Assistance
Family Housing Advisory Services Visit FHAS
Municipal Housing Agency (Council Bluffs)
  • Phone: 712-322-1491
  • Address: 505 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA
Visit MHACB
Omaha Housing Authority Visit OHA
Open Door Mission / Lydia House
  • Phone: 402-422-1111
  • Note: Council Bluffs Men's House (ages 19+)
Siena Francis House
Stephen Center
  • Phone: 402-731-0238
  • Note: Clean & sober
  • Address: 2723 Q St, Omaha
Catholic Charities Omaha – Shelter Services
Catholic Charities Council Bluffs
Heartland Family Service – Safe Haven
Sanctuary House
  • Note: Serves those who have experienced trafficking/exploitation
  • Phone: 402-597-1009
MICAH House
  • Note: Families & women
  • Phone: 712-323-4416
  • Address: 1415 Ave J, Council Bluffs, IA
MOHM's Place / Joshua House
  • Note: Men only
  • Phone: 712-256-3940
  • Address: 1435 N 15th St, Council Bluffs, IA
Youth Emergency Services (YES)
  • Note: Ages 16–24
  • Phone: 402-345-5187
  • Address: 2566 Farnam St, Omaha
Beautiful Gate
  • Address: 623 S 24th St, Omaha, NE 68102
CCBHC Council Bluffs Peer Center
  • Address: Omni Center Business Park, 26 Main Place Office Building, Council Bluffs, IA
Nebraska Peer Center
  • Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Generation Diamond
  • Location: 4825 South 25th Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE
  • Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Monday, Friday–Sunday)
  • Key Services: The only free laser tattoo removal program in Nebraska; help obtaining vital records and state IDs
  • Contact: 402-546-9978; after-hours 402-813-7153
Visit Generation Diamond
Joshua House Drop-In Day Center
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lutheran Family Services (LFS)
  • Behavioral & Mental Health: Therapy, evaluations, and substance use services — learn more →
  • Open to Everyone: Sliding-scale fees based on income, all faiths welcome
  • Integrated Care: Medical, mental, and dental health at Health 360 in Lincoln — learn more →
  • Family Support: Children's services, parenting education, and refugee & immigration help — learn more →
Visit LFS
Ray of Hope Details coming soon.
All Care Health Center
  • Phone: 712-325-1990
  • Address: 902 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA
Charles Drew Health Center
Community Alliance
  • Note: Mental health
  • Phone: 402-341-5128
  • Address: 7150 Arbor St, Omaha
HEAL Omaha
Lasting Hope Recovery Center
Nebraska AIDS Project (NAP)
NOAH Clinic
OneWorld Community Health Centers
Safe Harbor
  • Note: Peer support, located inside Community Alliance
  • Phone: 402-715-4226
  • Address: 7150 Arbor St, Omaha
Omaha Street School
  • Alternative High School: Faith-based school for teens unsuccessful in traditional settings
  • Small Class Sizes: About 30 students with an 8:1 teacher-to-student ratio
  • Tuition-Free: Students graduate without financial burden
  • Life Skills & Leadership: Career exploration, financial literacy, and post-graduation prep
Visit Omaha Street School
Autism Action Partnership
  • Family Support: Education, advocacy, and resources across the lifespan
  • A-Team: After-school groups for adolescents (ages 10–17) to build skills and friendships
  • Making Memories: Free sensory-friendly family events at local attractions
  • Project Lifesaver: Wearable safety technology for individuals who may wander
Visit Autism Action Partnership
Nebraska Lifeline / NTAP Provides discounted phone and internet service for qualifying low-income households. NTAP / Lifeline Program Phone & Internet Discounts
National Lifeline Program Federal program offering phone and internet service discounts through participating providers. nttservices.com
DeviceConnect Omaha Provides donated smartphones, tablets, and computers to individuals and families who need access to technology. donate.ifixomaha.com mccneb.edu
Nebraska 211 Connects individuals with local assistance programs and community resources, including technology-related support. Coming Soon
Resource Name Details coming soon.
Salvation Army Emergency Community Support
Salvation Army SAFE-T Program
Access Nebraska Visit Access Nebraska
ENOA (Senior Services)
Free Pet Clinic & Pantry
  • Location: ODM Timberlake Outreach Center
  • Hours: 3rd Sunday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Heartland Workforce Solutions
  • Note: American Job Center
  • Phone: 402-444-4700
  • Address: 5752 Ames Ave, Omaha
Visit HWS
Immigrant Legal Center
  • Note: Justice for Our Neighbors
  • Phone: 402-898-1349
  • Address: 4223 Center St, Omaha
Juan Diego Center
Legal Aid
  • Phone: 402-348-1069
  • Address: 209 S 19th St, Suite 200, Omaha
Midlands Humane Society
  • Phone: 712-396-2270
  • Address: 1020 Railroad Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
Nebraska Humane Society
Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Phone: 402-595-2100
  • Address: 1313 Farnam on the Mall, Omaha
VA Homeless Outreach (CRRC)
  • Phone: 402-977-4444
  • Address: 825 Dorcas St, Suite 200, Omaha
Women's Center for Advancement (WCA)
YES Drop-In Center
  • Note: Ages 12–24
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone: 402-502-1636
  • Address: 2602 Harney St, Omaha