If you are in crisis, call or text 988 for the the Crisis and Suicide Lifeline.
211 Assistance Programs
211 is a nationwide program dedicated to helping people find local resources for food, healthcare, and housing issues/needs, among other crises.
Catholic Charities USA
The Catholic Charities network provides service to people in need – no matter their religion or nationality –advocates for justice in society and calls the entire church and other people of goodwill to do the same.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the largest federal nutrition assistance program. SNAP provides benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families via an Electronic Benefits Transfer card. This card can be used like a debit card to purchase eligible food in authorized retail food stores. Eligibility is determined by the application that you fill in depending on the state that you live in.
The NICU Dad
A special place for NICU dads with blog entries such as, "How to Survive the First 72 Hours of the NICU... As a NICU Dad" and "10 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a NICU Dad." Also on Instagram @thenicudad
Every Tiny Thing
Delivering joy to the NICU. Every Tiny Thing designs and crafts journals, milestone cards, care packages and more for families in the NICU. Founded, owned and operated by a practicing NICU nurse.
NICU Helping Hands
The mission of NICU Helping Hands is to develop hospital- and community-based programs that provide education and support for families with babies while in the NICU, during their transition from hospital to home and in the event of an infant loss.
Project Sweet Peas
Project Sweet Peas is a 501(c)3 national non-profit organization coordinated by volunteers. Project Sweet Peas provides care packages, hospital events, peer-to-peer support, financial aid, educational materials, and other Project Sweet Peas services, support the cultural, spiritual, emotional, and financial needs of families as they endure life in the NICU.
Love for Lily
Through facilitated support groups, Essentials Bags and grants, Love for Lily’s mission is to support families in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to thrive during their stay and at home.
Madelyn’s Fund
NORTH CAROLINA ONLY
By assisting with unexpected expenses, Madelyn’s Fund hopes to not only reduce the impact of the emotional and financial stressors of having a medically fragile baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, but also strive to support parents’ confidence in feeling that they know their child best. This support increases the likelihood of success in meeting their child’s developmental and medical needs after discharge home.
Newborn Hope
Newborn Hope is a 50-year-old organization that provides education, webinars for parents; a free downloadable packet, and grants for families based in Colorado.
Today Is A Good Day
The mission of Today is a Good Day is to provide personal and financial support for families who experience the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Today is a Good Day delivers Care Packages, facilitates Navigate the NICU sessions for families currently navigating the NICU journey, and provides direct financial support.