Get Help - United Way Bay Area

THE SUPPORT YOU NEED

Every year, United Way Bay Area provides a safety-net to over 250,000 people dealing with crises and challenges so they can avoid falling into poverty or find ways out. Look below to find the available services near you.

WAYS TO GET HELP

RENT ASSISTANCE

Talk to a 211 specialist to find out about rent assistance options available to you. Call 211 or text your zip code to 898211.

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GET OUT OF DEBT

Get personalized support from a trained financial coach who will help you pay down debt and start saving towards your goals.

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IMPROVE YOUR CREDIT

Raise your credit score with a step-by-step plan from a trained SparkPoint financial coach.

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GET FREE TAX HELP

Free Tax Help tax specialists can help you get the refund you deserve and avoid tax filing fees. Claim cash-back tax credits. Get Help

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FOOD ASSISTANCE

Talk to a 211 specialist to find out about local food assistance programs available to you. Call 211 or text your zip code to 898211. Get Help

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GET COVID-19 INFO

Call 211 or text CORONAVIRUS to 211211 for more information on the prevention of the spread of the Coronavirus and local response efforts.

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