Helps find sources of low cost and free help, such as health care, food banks, employment services, primarily in Los Angeles County, San Francisco Bay Area, and parts of Florida.  

A search engine covering the United States to help find free or reduced cost services for medical care, food, job training, housing, financial assistance, legal aid, etc. 

Advice and referrals from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as the Coronavirus impact may bring financial uncertainty for many people who could experience a loss of income due to illness or workplace closures.  Information for those having trouble paying bills or meeting other financial obligations, experiencing a loss of income, and those being targeted by a scammer.

From the California Employment Development Department

Social Security Administration website provides information on Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for individuals who have a disability and meet medical criteria, contribution requirements, and income limitations to qualify for benefits.

Site offers links to PDF version of booklet in English and Spanish. Provides practical information about how to get food, money and other help from government programs and community services in Los Angeles County. Produced by Hunger Action Los Angeles (HALA), a nonprofit organization.

Provides and coordinates a wide range of benefits and services, including cash assistance, food and nutrition, health care, job programs, and community services.  DPSS offers a YourBenefitsNow! website for Los Angeles County Residents to apply for and to view their CalWORKs, CalFresh, General Relief and MediCal benefits online.

Listing compiled by the Los Angeles Public Library.

Federal USA.gov portal provides listings of government programs that provide financial help for individuals and organizations.

Gateway to government loan information, informing citizens of loans they may be eligible for, and providing information on loan terms and how to apply.