COVID-19 Resources

This page contains links to resources gathered by our staff to support the communities most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis. We are continuing to update this page as needs and resources emerge.

COVID-19: Resources for Community Support and Recovery

If you have a resource you’d like to suggest, email us at covid19resources@spl.org.

General Resources

City of Seattle COVID-19 Testing - The City of Seattle, King County, and UW Medicine are now offering free COVID-19 testing for people who live, work, or regularly visit Seattle. Drive-through testing is available. You must first register online or over the phone. While testing is free, if you have medical insurance, please bring your insurance card or proof of insurance. Language interpretation is available. To learn more about these sites, please visit the City of Seattle COVID-19 Free Testing page.
Office of Equity & Social Justice COVID-19 Resource Guide - A resource guide geared to Immigrants & Refugee Communities and small business owners, including in-language resources.
Public Health: Seattle King County - Provides updated health and safety guidance for individuals, schools and childcares, workplaces, faith- and community-based organizations, and healthcare and service providers. Available in multiple languages.
Seattle Emergency Hubs - Provides information about neighborhood emergency assistance groups and mutual aid opportunities all over Seattle.
United Way of King County - A comprehensive list of resources available in Seattle-King County, as well as opportunities to donate or volunteer.
Volunteer and Donation List from Mayor's Office - A list of opportunities to donate funds or volunteer time in Seattle/King County.

Vaccination

Vaccines are in short supply right now and high risk populations have priority for vaccination. The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Covid Vaccination practices has provided recommendations for states to consider in setting vaccine priorities.

City of Seattle Vaccination Information Page - Find the latest information from the office of the mayor about vaccination in Seattle. Includes information in multiple languages.
Find a Ride - Offers transportation options to access the vaccine and testing.
Information from CDC - Understand our nation’s vaccination effort and find updates.
Washington State vaccination planning - Provides information on Washington States' efforts to vaccinate Washingtonians.
Understanding herd immunity and the COVID-19 vaccine - When will the pandemic be over? The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology describes herd immunity and when we might reach it.
Understanding vaccines - What information should you trust? Read Harvard Health Letter’s article on vaccine mis- and disinformation.
WA COVID Vaccine Finder - A volunteer-driven effort to help Washingtonians find appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Washington Department of Health Vaccine Locator - Up-to-the-minute appointment availability provided by the WA Department of Health and including data gathered by volunteers at COVIDWA.com

The Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup (including California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada) is independently reviewing safety information for Covid-10 vaccines that receive Emergency Use Authorizations from FDA:

Resources for Communities

For Artists & Creative Professionals

4Culture: Relief Fund and COVID resources - Provides information about 4Culture's Relief Fund, listings of other funding opportunities, and a weekly Zoom session with updates and insights for the cultural sector.
Artists Up Online Assistance Hub - Expert assistance available for navigating housing, income, health care, and other pandemic relief resources.
King County Creative COVID-19 Handbook - A centralized hub of resources for creative industries, including resources for individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Library to Business: COVID-19 Resources for the Arts - A resource and information list for individual artists, arts organizations, and arts businesses, maintained by The Seattle Public Library's Library-to-Business team.
Seattle Office of Arts & Culture: COVID-19 Updates - Blog posts with updates and stories from the local arts & culture community.
Shunpike – A list of tools and resources for artists in Washington state.
Washington Lawyers for the Arts (WLA): COVID-19 Resources - Offers free 30-minute virtual legal clinics for artists and arts professionals to meet with attorneys to discuss matters related to art, entertainment, and intellectual property law, as well as arts-related business issues. WLA also offers referrals and workshops.
Washington State Arts Commission: COVID-19 - Provides information about the ArtsWA CARES Act Relief Fund, a curated list of top COVID-19 resources for the arts, and the latest updates.

For Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC)

Asian Counseling And Referral Service - Offers help with housing, employment, health care, immigration/citizenship, and elder support for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. New clients call 206-774-2432 or email cyfintake@acrs.org.
API Chaya - Offers support for survivors of gender-based violence, with a focus on South Asian, Asian, Pacific Islander, and all immigrant communities. Help lines available in Tagalog, Hindi, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Japanese.
Chinese Information Service Center (CISC) - Helps immigrants in King County with information, referrals, and social services. COVID-19 support includes assistance with food, housing, small business resources, health information, and more.
Duwamish Tribe COVID-19 Resources - A resource guide for information, resources, the latest news, and media, from the Duwamish Tribe.
El Centro de la Raza - Offers limited remote services in English and Spanish (including DACA scholarship assistance, Census help, small business support, and more) during Covid-19 – contact information for specific services on this page, or call (206) 957-4605 with questions. Food Bank remains open Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. (for seniors and people with mobility limitations only); Thursdays 10 - 12 p.m. & 2 - 4 p.m.; Fridays 2 - 4 p.m. with window pick-up service from the north ground floor entrance only.
LELO - Empowering services for low income workers of color, including relicensing.
Muslim Housing Services - Helps low-income and homeless families with housing, food assistance, and case management. Bilingual staff available in seven languages.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families - Helps diverse families of loved ones with developmental and intellectual disabilities and special health care needs. Extensive COVID-19 resource information and housing support, youth programs, parent support, and disability services.
Seattle Indian Health Board - A community health center specializing in the care of Native people. COVID-19 testing is available.
Snoqualmie Tribe - Offers child care options for enrolled members of federally recognized tribes.
Somali Youth and Family Club - Offers essential access to employment, housing and educational resources for immigrant/refugee families. Includes a COVID-19 resource page and multilingual translations of important information on their Facebook.
United Indians of all Tribes - Provides a selected list of resources designed to aid folks impacted by COVID-19 living in or near the City of Seattle.
Urban Indian Health Board - A list of COVID-19 fact sheets and resources for tribes, urban Indian communities and community members. Sign up for their newsletter to receive updates on COVID-19.
Urban League - Offers emergency assistance services with food delivery, rental assistance and transportation.

For Immigrants

Alien Emergency Medical (AEM) COVID-19 Coverage Expansion - Expansion of Alien Emergency Medical (AEM) coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment for undocumented adults. More information and application instructions can be found here.
Asian Counseling And Referral Service (ACRS) - Offers essential critical services by appointment, including medical and mental health, food and meal delivery, immigration consultation, and employment/unemployment assistance (available in Chinese, Vietnamese, Khmer, Amharic, Oromo, and Spanish). Call the ACRS main line at 206-695-7600 and leave a message, or find specific contacts for other services on this page.
Chinese Information Service Center (CISC) - Offers a wide variety of services during Covid-19, with an emphasis on Older Adults, Healthcare Access, and Information. Contacts for specific services and in-language assistance on this page.
Community Mental Health Resources - A printable resource guide provided by Public Health - Seattle & King County for mental health, emotional support, and connections to counselors. In English, Spanish, and Arabic.
Communities Rise Covid-19 Resources - Offers a range of resources and support for organizations and small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis, including 60 minute virtual legal consultations. Call (206) 324-5850 or email covidsupport@communities-rise.org for more information.
COVID-19 Assistance & Public Charge FAQ for Immigrants - An FAQ guide for immigrants about how the issue of public charge might affect their access to healthcare and other services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Information is available in multiple languages.
COVID-19 Reopening Your Business (Office of the Mayor) – State guidelines and resources in accessible toolkits, available in multiple languages.
East African Community Services (EACS) - Provides updates and information via Facebook. Currently serving the community with enhanced safety protocols in place; call (206) 721-1119 or email info@eastafricancs.org for more information.
El Centro de la Raza - Offers limited remote services in English and Spanish (including DACA scholarship assistance, Census help, small business support, and more) during Covid-19 – contact information for specific services on this page, or call (206) 957-4605 with questions. Food Bank remains open Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. (for seniors and people with mobility limitations only); Thursdays 10 - 12 p.m. & 2 - 4 p.m.; Fridays 2 - 4 p.m. with window pick-up service from the north ground floor entrance only.
Expanded Unemployment Benefits Information in Multiple Languages - Provides informational videos in multiple languages explaining expanded unemployment benefits. From Neighborhood House.
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project - Provides free legal representation at no cost to immigrants and refugees for citizenship, asylum, domestic violence issues, and/or family-based immigration. Call 206-587-4009 to speak with an advocate.
Office of Equity & Social Justice COVID-19 Resource Guide - A resource guide geared to Immigrants & Refugee Communities and small business owners, including in-language resources.
One America COVID-19 Resources for Immigrants - A COVID-19 resource guide (bilingual English/Spanish) with links to resources in multiple languages.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families - Helps diverse families of loved ones with developmental and intellectual disabilities and special health care needs. Extensive COVID-19 resource information and housing support, youth programs, parent support, and disability services.
Public Health Seattle-King County Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - Provides medical information and recommendations from Public Health. Scroll down this page for information in multiple languages.
Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA) - Offers client services remotely with comprehensive support in 15 languages. Call (20) 721-0243 for more information; Domestic Violence hotline is open at (888) 847-7205.
SeaMar Community Health Centers - Providing services for the Latinx community including primary care, mental health, rehoming, and elder care resources. Currently accepting new patients via TeleHealth and offering sliding scale payments; contact specific clinics for more information.
Switchboard Round-Up of Multilingual Resources on COVID-19 - An updated list of informational resources in various formats available in languages other than English. Sources include the CDC, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
UndocuScholars COVID-19 Resources for Undocumented Communities - A resource guide available in English and Spanish. This guide includes a link to apply for Emergency Funds from Betancourt Macias Family Scholarship Foundation.
U.S. Small Business Administration Coronavirus Recovery Information in Other Languages - Provides materials in languages other than English to help business owners recover.
Volador: An Illustrated, Know-Your-Rights Pandemic Toolkit for Workers Including Undocumented Immigrants - A toolkit of illustrations informing essential, non-essential, and undocumented immigrant workers about their rights to sick leave and government economic relief.

For LGBTQ Communities

API Chaya - Offers support for survivors of gender-based violence, with a focus on South Asian, Asian, Pacific Islander, and all immigrant communities. Help lines available in Tagalog, Hindi, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Japanese.
GCN (Gay City Community) Magazine - Provides resources for people who bind and how daily routines might have to change because of COVID-19.
Ingersoll Gender Center - Provides rental assistance, general support, and resources to transgender and gender non-conforming clients, including move-in costs, utility/telephone bills, furniture, and job searching.
Lambert House - Offers online support, resources and activities for queer youth.
National Center for Transgender Equality - A general resource guide for the Trans community.
Puget Sound Queer Community Aid - An online survey for Queer community members to request mutual aid.
QLaw Foundation of Washington - Provides COVID-19 resources for Queer community, including free phone legal help.
Seattle Counseling Service - Specializes in serving the Queer community; accepting TeleHealth patients.
The Trevor Project - A Queer support line available 24/7 as phone call, online chat, or text support.
Trans Lifeline - Trans peer support hotline run by trans folx open 24/7 to US and Canada.

For Older Adults

AARP Community Connections - Offers online mutual aid groups to stay connected and well-being phone calls by request.
Advance Care Planning - Offers advice and information about end-of-life choices and advance care directives.
Community Living Connections - Offers confidential information about community resources and services for older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers, family members, and professionals. Services provided by phone: 1-844-348-5465 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Emergency Feeding Program - Provides pre-packaged food in bags or directions for drive-thru pick-up program for adults 55+.
Lazarus Center - Offers food and shelter for homeless and insecurely housed men and women 50+.
Senior Centers - Provides programs for fitness, lifelong learning, volunteering, transportation, healthy meals, social connections, and additional support for adults 50+.
SHIBA (State Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) - Offers free, unbiased, and confidential assistance with Medicare and health care choices.
UW Medicine Memory and Brain Wellness Center - Offers virtual programs to support adults living with dementia and their caregivers.
WA Consumer Resource Center - Provides information on consumer issues and up-to-date alerts about scams and fradulent activities. Get help with complaints. Call 1-800-551-4636 M-F 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
WA Long Term Care Ombudsman - Assits with resolving problems for residents of nursing homes, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.

For People with Disabilities

The Arc of King County Information & Resources for People with Disabilities - Provides information and resources on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), including clear and accessible ways of explaining the virus to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Offers guidance for people with disabilities from the CDC about COVID-19.
Hearing Speech and Deaf Center - Provides resources and advocacy for culturally Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults - Informational Websites list - Offers resources and assistance for Deaf-Blind youth and adults.
Rooted in Rights - Provides guidance in making virtual meetings and events accessible to the disability community.
Self-Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center - Offers plain language information on COVID-19 available in 11 languages.
Washington State Department of Services for the Blind - Updates about COVID-19 from Washington State Department of Services for the Blind.

For Youth & Families

Alaska Afterschool Network - COVID-19 Activity Guides (ages 5-18) - Resources for helping children understand Covid-19 and the pandemic.
Boys & Girls Club of King County - Offers childcare and support for essential workers, with information on additional support available for homeless youth, and youth experiencing foster care.
Career Connect - This new initiative beginning May 2020 connects students in grades 7-12 with Washington employers to learn about career opportunities in our state.
Child Care Resources - Offers a list child care subsidies for low income families, child care options, and support for childcare workers.
Child Care COVID Communications, Response and Referral Center - The statewide child care hub during the COVID-19 pandemic, this hotline supports families seeking child care, child care providers in nee dof up-date COVID information and safety supports, and employers seeking child care options for their workforce: 1-800-446-1114
D.A.D.S. - Supports fathers in family reunification, child support management, case management, parenting plan assistance, etc.
Muslim Housing Services - Helps low-income and homeless families with housing, food assistance, and case management. Bilingual staff available in seven languages.
Right Now Needs Fund - Provides emergency assistance for meeting basic needs to Seattle Public School students and their family, through their school principal. Qualifiying needs include shelter, food, clothing and medical care.
ROOTS Young Adult Shelter - Provides overnight shelter for people ages 18-25. Call (206) 632-1635 or arrive at the door between 8:00PM and 8:30 p.m. to ask to be put on the list.
Seattle Public Schools: Child Care Options - Offers child care options with priority for students experiencing homelessness, children whose families qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch supports, and children of first responders which includes medical personnel.
Seattle Public Schools: Meal Sites - Offers meals at 26 schools for all Seattle children, both SPS students and students of other schools. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the duration of the closure.
Seattle Public Schools: Technology Resource Centers - Open to support PreK-12 students and families with technology access and providing laptop and SPS device support; hot spots support; help with remote learning software (e.g., Seesaw, Schoology) and other educational resources; general technology resource information and support; language help for remote learning tools; and additional English Language instructional support.
Seattle Public Schools: Technology Supports for Families - Digital tools to support student learning including student and parent web portals, online resources, and technology support by phone, email or in-person.
Snoqualmie Tribe - Offers child care options for enrolled members of federally recognized tribes.
Somali Youth and Family Club - Offers essential access to employment, housing and educational resources for immigrant/refugee families. Includes a COVID-19 resource page and multilingual translations of important information on their Facebook page.
Street Youth Ministries - Offers case management, food, hygiene items, showers, laundry and clothing.
Teen Feed - Provides meals and service referrals for youth ages 13-25, 7 nights a week at locations in the U-District.
Teen Link - This confidential and anonymous help line for teens is available from 6-10 p.m. every night: 1-866-TEEN-LINK (866-833-6546).
Together We Rise - Offers emergency financial support for foster youth who have had to vacate their dorms.
Treehouse - Provides rental assistance, gift cards for food, cell phones, and internet access for foster children, youth and young adults.
University District Youth Center - Provides rental assistance, gift cards for food, cell phones, and internet access for foster children, youth and young adults.
Washington Connection - Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs.
Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families - This form is an emergency waiver from the childcare licensing rule.
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Provides child care services for essential workers.
Youth Care - Provides youth shelters and resources; age ranges vary by program and location (~12-24).

Recursos en Español

Alicia y el Coronavirus" by Salvador Macip and Emilio Urberuaga - Descargue este libro electrónico gratuito para niños que explica sobre el COVID-19.
Communities Rise: Covid-19 Resources - Ofrece asistencia legal gratuita y apoyo a la creación de capacidades para pequeñas empresas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro. Apoyo también disponible en español.
Consejo Counseling - Proporcionar servicios remotos de salud mental y servicios esenciales limitados en inglés y español a los clientes de la comunidad Latinx, y aceptan nuevos clientes a través de TeleHealth. Llame al (206) 461-4880 o envíe un correo electrónico a questions@consejocounseling.org para obtener más información.
COVID-19 Recomendaciones de Salud Pública - Información y recomendaciones de Salud Pública de Seattle del Condado de King.
COVID-19 Recursos para Comunidades Indocumentadas - Guía de recursos disponible en inglés y español. Esta guía incluye un enlace para solicitar fondos de emergencia de la Fundación de Becas Familiares Betancourt Macias.
El Centro de la Raza - Ofreciendo servicios remotos limitados en inglés y español (incluyendo asistencia para becas DACA, ayuda para el censo, apoyo a pequeñas empresas, y más) durante Covid-19; información de contacto para servicios específicos en esta página, o llame al (206) 957-4605 si tiene alguna pregunta. El banco de comida (Food Bank) permanece abierto los miércoles de 3:30 a 6:30 p.m. (sólo para personas mayores y con limitaciones de movilidad); jueves de 10 a.m. a 12 p.m. y de 2 a 4 p.m. Los viernes de 2 a 4 p.m. con servicio de recojo por la ventana desde la entrada norte de la planta baja solamente.
Entre Hermanos Recursos para la Comunidad - Guía de recursos para la comunidad Latinx LGBTQ+, incluyendo contactos de personal para servicios remotos específicos.
Goodwill Community Foundation LearnFree Technology Courses - Tutoriales y actividades de formación en línea gratuitos para tecnología que van desde escribir en el teclado y conocimientos básicos de informática hasta programas de Microsoft Office y seguridad en línea.
Guía informativa de preguntas frecuentes para los inmigrantes sobre COVID-19 y carga pública - Guía de preguntas frecuentes para inmigrantes sobre cómo el tema de carga pública podría afectar su acceso a la atención de salud y otros servicios durante la pandemia de COVID-19.
Información de COVID-19 Por y Para Personas con Discapacidades - Información sobre COVID-19 en lenguaje sencillo para hispanohablantes con discapacidades intelectuales o de desarrollo.
Internet Essentials (en español) - Internet asequible para familias y otros hogares de bajos ingresos.
OneAmerica COVID-19 Recursos para Inmigrantes - Guía de recursos (inglés/español bilingüe) con enlaces a recursos en varios idiomas.
SeaMar Community Health Centers - Especialización en servicios para la comunidad Latinx, incluyendo atención primaria, salud mental, reubicación y recursos de cuidado de ancianos. Aceptando nuevos pacientes a través de TeleHealth y ofrecer pagos a escala variable; comuníquese con clínicas específicas para obtener más información.
Villa Comunitaria - Ofreciendo servicios de apoyo remoto en inglés y español para la comunidad Latinx - envíe un correo electrónico a info@villacomunitaria.org o llame al 206-767-7445 y deje su nombre y número de teléfono para hacer una cita.
Volador: un kit ilustrado de herramientas sobre los derechos de trabajadores incluidos los inmigrantes indocumentados durante la pandemia - Volador es un conjunto de ilustraciones que informa a los trabajadores inmigrantes esenciales, no esenciales e indocumentados sobre sus derechos a licencia por enfermedad y asistencia económica por parte del gobierno.
Washington Lifeline Program - Ofrece servicios telefónicos gratuitos o con descuento para familias de bajos ingresos.
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Información sobre el coronavirus - Información estatal sobre seguridad y salud en el lugar de trabajo, compensación laboral y licencia de enfermedad pagaga. Información disponible en ingles y español.
Washington State Employment Security Department COVID-19 information - Recursos y actualizaciones para los trabajadores del Estado de Washington sobre el seguro de desempleo estatal y los beneficios relacionados con el COVID-19.

Resources by Topic

Business Support

Association of Washington Business: Rebound and Recovery - PPE Marketplace for businesses, re-opening toolkits, and other resources for employers.
Business Impact NW: Get Help for Your Business - Offers free one-on-one help navigating and applying for relief assistance, and additional technical support and resources for businesses.
Communities Rise: Covid-19 Resources - Offers free one-on-one legal and capacity-building support for small businesses and nonprofits. Support also available in Spanish.
COVID-10 Reopening Your Business (Office of the Mayor) – State guidelines and resources in accessible toolkits, available in multiple languages.
Library to Business: COVID-19 Resources for Small Businesses - A list of up-to-date information and resources for small businesses, maintained by The Seattle Public Library's Library-to-Business team.
SCORE Coronavirus Resource Hub - Offers free one-on-one help navigating and applying for relief assistance, and additional technical support and resources for businesses.
Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED): Resources for Businesses - Offers free one-on-one help navigating and applying for relief assistance, and additional technical support and resources for businesses. OED also hosts a weekly Wednesday webinar with the latest updates on local and national support.
Seattle Office of Labor Standards: Employer Resources - Provides resources and answers to questions about how Seattle's labor standards apply to businesses.
Small Business Development Centers (SBDC): Coronavirus Business Survival - Offers free one-on-one counseling for business survival and navigating and applying for relief assistance, as well as trainings and additional resources for small businesses.
Washington State COVID-19 Business and Worker Inquiries - A form to request answers to general business questions around financial help, reopening, safety guidelines for your sector or business, and more.
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries: Novel Coronavirus Outbreak (COVID-19) Resources - State information about workplace safety and health, workers compensation, and paid sick leave. In English and Spanish.
Washington State Small Business Liaison Team (SBLT): COVID-19 Business Resources - Resource directory for Washington State businesses and nonprofits. SBLT also provides free information and referral help by live chat and email.

Employment

Accelerator YMCA - Offers one-on-one employment and training consultations for young adults ages 16-25, with referrals to other services available via online form.
Greater Seattle Partners Job Opportunities in Greater Seattle - A list of local companies and organizations currently hiring workers.
Job Accommodation Network COVID-19 accomodation and compliance resources - Provides free and confidential technical assistance related to job accommodations and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as additional resources for accommodation and compliance.
King County Law Library (KCLL) - Provides legal reference assistance by phone or email and COVID-19 resources via the KCLL website, including remote access to Westlaw Edge.
LELO - Empowering services for low income workers of color, including relicensing.
National Domestic Workers Alliance Resources for Domestic Workers on the Coronavirus Pandemic - COVID-19 resources with tips for domestic workers, home care workers, nannies, and housecleaners.
The Seattle Public Library Job Resources - The Seattle Public Library’s Job Resources page is a great place to start your job search, with resources on discovering a new career path, getting new job skills, creating a cover letter and resume, and finding job opportunities. You can also make an appointment for one-on-one help with Your Next Job.
Unemployment Law Project - Provides low-cost representation and free advice to people in Washington State who have been denied unemployment benefits or whose award of benefits is being challenged.
United Way Free Tax Help & Census 2020 - Provides remote tax help and assistance in receiving Economic Impact Payments.
United Way of King County Unemployment Resources - A list of unemployment resources for workers affected by COVID-19.
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries COVID-19 Resources - A resource list including news and information about Paid Sick Leave, Worker's Compensation, Workplace Safety and Health.
Washington State Employment Security Department COVID-19 information - Resources and updates for Washington State workers about state unemployment insurance and benefits related to COVID-19.
WorkSource Seattle-King County - Provides remote assistance to job-seekers in Seattle-King County, and maintains a job board of current essential workforce needs.

Food Security

Asian Counseling And Referral Service - Offers food bank catering to Asian American and Pacific Islander diets, Wed and Fridays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
COVID-19 Seattle Area Emergency Food Resources - An interactive map of food resources in Seattle and King County. Categories include food bank, food bank and meal, meals, and student to-go meals. Printable list available on Main page. Operated by City of Seattle Department of Human Services.
El Centro de la Raza - Offers food bank open Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. (for seniors and people with mobility limitations only); Thursdays 10 - 12 p.m. & 2 - 4 p.m.; Fridays 2 - 4 p.m. with window pick-up service from the north ground floor entrance only.
Food Lifeline Map - An interactive map of food banks and meal programs currently operating in Washington.
Northwest Harvest SODO Community Market - Offers pre-bagged produce, prepared foods, and shelf-stable groceries right at the door. All are welcome and no ID is required.
Northwest Harvest Statewide Network - An interactive map of food resources in Washington State.
Operation Sack Lunch - Offers meal services 7 days a week. All are welcome.
Seattle Public Schools: Meal Sites - Offers meals at 26 schools for all Seattle Public Schools students Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the duration of the closure.
Teen Feed - Provides meals and service referrals for youth ages 13-25, 7 nights a week at locations in the U-District.
Washington Connection - Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs.

Health & Wellness

Apple Health Alien Emergency Medical - A medical program for individuals who have a qualifying medical emergency and do not qualify for any other health program due to citizenship/immigration status.
Community Mental Health Resources - A printable resource guide provided by Public Health - Seattle & King County for mental health, emotional support, and connections to counselors. In English, Spanish, and Arabic.
Free and Charitable Clinics in Washington state - A guide to free and charitable clinics listed by county via the Washington Healthcare Access Alliance.
Hygiene Facilities in Seattle - A citywide map of restrooms, showers, and comfort stations. All are available to people experiencing homelessness.
International Community Health Services (ICHS) - Offers telehealth, teledentistry, and emergency dental care, rooted in the Asian Pacific Islander community.
King County 24-Hour Crisis Line - Provides immediate support to individuals, families, and friends of people in emotional crisis. 1-866-4CRISIS (427-4747)
Meridian Center for Health - Offers patient-centered assistance navigating all aspects of healthcare; no one is turned away because of inability to pay. Meridian is a partnership of health and human service providers including Neighborcare Health, Valley Cities Behavioral Health, and Public Health – Seattle & King County.
National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA) - A helpline with COVID-19 information available in several languages including Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
Neighborcare Health - Offers COVID-19 testing, emergency dental, and phone appointments for other health needs. Clinics are open in Ballard, Rainier Beach, and 45th Street (Wallingford). Insurance is not required and no one is denied services due to inability to pay.
Public Health – Seattle & King County Mobile Medical Care - Provides mobile medical care for people experiencing homelessness.
SeaMar Community Health Centers - Provides comprehensive health and human services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington state. Dental visits currently limited to urgent need.
Seattle Indian Health Board - Provides health and human services for American Indians and Alaska natives, locally and nationally.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) - Provides free, unbiased, and confidential one-on-one assistance with Medicare and health care choices by phone at 1-800-562-6900 (TDD: 360-586-0241).
Trans Lifeline - Offers community support and resources for the trans community via a peer support hotline avaiable 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. every day: 877-565-8860
Urban Rest Stop - Offers restrooms, laundry facilities, and showers for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Provides services at no cost to patrons at locations in Ballard, U-District, and Downtown.

Housing

211/Crisis Connections - Provides emergency shelter referral in Seattle and King County. Call 211 Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., or text your zip code to 877-211-9274 Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
COVID-19 Eviction Moratorium Complaint Form - The form to file a complaint with Washington State Office of the Attorney General about evictions taking place during the moratorium.
Kinship Care - Provides financial assistance for eligible families providing "kinship care" - adults ages 18 or older who are the primary caregiver for a friend's or a relative's children.
Neighborhood House - Offers help with rent and preventing eviction.
Rental Housing Association of WA - A city- and county-wide list of rental assistance programs.
Right Now Needs Fund - Provides emergency assistance for meetinging basic needs to Seattle Public School students and their family, through their school principal. Qualifiying needs include shelter, food, clothing and medical care.
Solid Ground Emergency Housing Resources - Offers citywide resources and referrals to support housing stability.
Tenant Law Center - Free legal assistance to qualifying low-income persons in King County who are facing eviction or subsidy termination. Call 206-324-6890 to get help.
Tenants Union of Washington State - Offers information and assistance for renters and information on the eviction moratorium, including a statewide hotline with some hours each day Mon-Sat: 206-723-0500.
Together we rise - Offers emergency financial support for foster youth who have had to vacate their dorms.
West Seattle Helpline Housing Assistance - A citywide resource list for Emergency Rental Assistance, organized by categories and zip code.
Youth Care - Provides youth shelters and resources; age ranges vary by program and location (~12-24).

Legal & Criminal Justice

Beyond Prisons COVID-19 Resources For Incarcerated People - A resource list to support incarcerated people during the coronavirus pandemic.
Communities Rise - Offers free one-on-one legal support for small businesses, community organizations, and nonprofits. Support also available in Spanish.
D.A.D.S. - Supports fathers in family reunification, child support management, case management, parenting plan assistance, etc.
King County 2-1-1 - Provides referrals to agencies for free or low-cost legal advice and assistance Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm, by phone at 2-1-1 (local) or 800-621-4636 (toll-free).
King County Bar Neighborhood Legal Clinics - Offers phone consultation with an attorney to get free legal advice and referrals. Call 206-267-7070 and leave a message with your name, phone number, and a brief description of your legal issue.
King County Law Library (KCLL) - Provides legal reference assistance by phone or email and COVID-19 resources via the KCLL website, including remote access to Westlaw Edge.
LELO - Empowering services for low income workers of color, including relicensing.
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project - Provides free legal representation at no cost to immigrants and refugees for citizenship, asylum, domestic violence issues, and/or family-based immigration. Call 206-587-4009 to speak with an advocate.
Pioneer Human Services - Provides assistance to formerly incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders, housing, and job skills for successful reentry. Call 206-768-1990 for assistance.
QLaw Foundation - Offers a LGBTQ+ Legal Clinic by phone on first and third Thursdays. To schedule a free consultation with an attorney, fill out the online form, leave a message at 206-235-7235, or email clinic@qlawfoundation.org.
Tenant Law Center - Free legal assistance to qualifying low-income persons in King County who are facing eviction or subsidy termination. Call 206-324-6890 to get help.
UW Federal Tax Clinic - Free legal representation for low-income taxpayers who have ongoing disputes with the Internal Revenue Service. Call 206-685-6805 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an intake evaluation.
Youth Care - Provides youth shelters and resources; age ranges vary by program and location (~12-24).

Non-Profit Support

501 Commons: Resources to help you navigate COVID-19 and the economic downturn - Provides free personalized assistance with navigating options for business resiliency, emergency funding, and capacity-building support.
Communities Rise: Covid-19 Resources - Offers free one-on-one legal and capacity-building support for small businesses and nonprofits. Support also available in Spanish.
Library to Business: COVID-19 Resources for Nonprofits - A list of up-to-date information and resources for nonprofits, maintained by The Seattle Public Library's Library-to-Business team.
Philanthropy NW: COVID-19 Resource Hub - A centralized hub for regional and national philanthropy sectors to addressing the coronavirus.
Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED): Resources for Nonprofits - Offers free one-on-one help navigating and applying for relief assistance, provides additional technical support, and hosts a weekly Wednesday webinar with updates related to local and national support.
Serve Washington: COVID-19 Guidelines for Volunteers and Volunteer Organizations - Provides guidance to assist volunteer programs and volunteers navigating the COVID-19 response, and to help keep volunteers and the community safe.
Tech Soup: Resources for Nonprofits Impacted by COVID-19 - Helps nonprofits adapt to emerging technological needs through lower-cost tech products and consulting, free education, and a COVID tech discussion forum.
Washington Nonprofits: COVID-19 Census Resources - Resources compiled by Washington Nonprofits for pivoting to new communication and outreach strategies around the 2020 Census.

Technology Needs

Catholic Community Services - Offers tech help to learn how to use smart phones, tablets and computers to order groceries.
Goodwill Community Foundation LearnFree Technology Courses - Free online tutorials and skillbuilding activities for technnology ranging from typing and basic computer skills to Microsoft Office programs and online safety.
How to Make Your Virtual Meetings and Events Accessible to the Disability Community - An article with tips for accessible meetings and events online.
Internet Essentials - Offers affordable internet service for families and other low-income households.
Internet First - Offers affordable internet service for low income households.
Seattle Public Schools: Technology Resource Centers - Open to support PreK-12 students and families with technology access and providing laptop and SPS device support; hot spots support; help with remote learning software (e.g., Seesaw, Schoology) and other educational resources; general technology resource information and support; language help for remote learning tools; and additional English Language instructional support.
TechConnect Washington - Provides the diverse and multilingual Seattle-area community with access to free technical support to better engage in a virtual environment.
Washington Lifeline Program - Provides discounted or free phone service for low income households.
Washington State Drive-In WiFi Hotspots Location Finder - Searchable map to find free WiFi hotspot locations in Washington State.

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