Financial & Food Assistance

Financial & Food Assistance Programs for Probationers (Nationwide & Florida)

Access to financial aid and food assistance is crucial for probationers working towards stability. Many organizations offer emergency food, financial relief, and support programs to help individuals during reentry. Below is a comprehensive list of financial and food assistance programs available nationwide and in Florida.


Nationwide Financial & Food Assistance Programs

These organizations provide food support, financial aid, and emergency assistance for individuals in need across the U.S.

Provider Name Services Offered Website & Contact Info
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Monthly food assistance for low-income individuals & families fns.usda.gov/snap | (800) 221-5689
Feeding America Nationwide food bank network providing free groceries feedingamerica.org | (800) 771-2303
United Way 211 Emergency financial & food assistance locator 211.org | (800) 273-6222
Salvation Army Food pantries, meal programs, and emergency financial aid salvationarmyusa.org | (800) 728-7825
Modest Needs Foundation Small emergency grants for rent, utilities, and basic needs modestneeds.org | No Phone
Meals on Wheels America Home-delivered meals for seniors and disabled individuals mealsonwheelsamerica.org | (888) 998-6325
Food Pantries Network Local food pantry directory for emergency groceries foodpantries.org | No Phone

Florida-Based Financial & Food Assistance Programs

These programs specifically serve justice-involved individuals and low-income residents in Florida.

Provider Name Location Services Offered Website & Contact Info
Florida Department of Children & Families (ACCESS Florida) Statewide SNAP, TANF, and emergency cash assistance myflfamilies.com | (866) 762-2237
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida Orlando, FL Food distribution for individuals & families in need feedhopenow.org | (407) 295-1066
Farm Share Statewide Free fresh food distribution in Florida communities farmshare.org | (888) 414-8704
Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust Miami, FL Emergency financial assistance for housing & utilities homelesstrust.org | (877) 994-4357
United Against Poverty Multiple Locations Low-cost groceries & financial assistance unitedagainstpoverty.org | (407) 650-0774
Feeding South Florida Pembroke Park, FL Food bank serving South Florida communities feedingsouthflorida.org | (954) 518-1818

How to Apply for Assistance

  • Determine eligibility for food stamps (SNAP) or financial aid programs.
  • Contact local food banks for free meals and grocery support.
  • Reach out to nonprofit organizations that offer rent and utility assistance.
  • Apply for grants or emergency relief through verified programs.

Need to List Your Assistance Program?

If you provide food distribution, financial aid, or emergency relief services, submit your organization’s details to be listed in our directory.

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