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Organization Name
Restrictions
Description
Address
Phone Number
Email
Website
The Closet
Grades 6-12 in Ada County Only
Provides teens a free clothing, shoes and toiletry shopping experience.
10338 W Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83704
208-409-0204
kelly@theclosetinc.org
http://www.theclosetinc.org
The Village
Foster Children in Regions 6 & 7
Provides foster children a free clothing and shoes shopping experience.
35 E. Pacific St. Blackfoot, ID 83221
208-569-6298
idahofapa@gmail.com
http://www.idfapa.org/the-village
Matthew 25 Ministry
Restrictions Unknown
Provides free clothing and shoes along with diapers and hygiene items (as available) through Lakeview Church of the Nazarene.
608 14th Ave. N Nampa, ID 83687
208-466-0112
http://www.facebook.com/NampaMatthew25
Agape In Action
Restrictions Unknown
Provides free clothing, food, and toiletries through Agape Christian Worship Center. Last Saturday of each month from 1pm-4pm.
5232 Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83706
208-685-0612
http://www.agapecwc.com/agape-in-action
KunaNaz Clothing Closet
Restrictions Unknown
Provides free clothing through KunaNaz Church of the Nazarene.
608 14th Ave. N Nampa, ID 83687
208-917-2686
clothingcloset@kunanaz.com
http://www.facebook.com/KunaNazClothingCloset
Meridian United Methodist Church Thrift Store
Restrictions Unknown
Provides clothing, small household items, school supplies & vouchers are often available.
235 E. Pine Ave. Meridian, ID 83642
208-888-2245
http://www.meridianumc.com
Joseph's Closet
Restrictions Unknown - Open October-January Only
Provides free winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves through Whitney United Methodist Church. Only open October through January.
3315 W. Overland Rd. Boise, ID 83705
208-343-2892
office@whitneyumc.org
http://www.whitneyumc.org/ministries/clothing-ministry
Formals For Teens In Foster Care
Teens in Foster Care
Browse selection of formal dresses online and have it shipped directly to you for free.
208-681-5714
idahofapa@gmail.com
https://idfapa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/formals-half-page-1.pdf
Cinderella's Closet
Ada County High School Students (with school ID)
Provides $20 formal wear rentals (dresses & tuxedos) during prom season.
5825 N. Glenwood St. Boise, ID 83714
208-377-4327 ext. 332
cinderellascloset@alboise.org
http://www.assistanceleague.org/boise/ programs/cinderellas-closet
Salvation Army Thrift Stores
Adults may get help 1 time and children every 6 months
Provides clothing & household good assistance. Tues-Fri 1pm to 3pm. Must bring ID for everyone & proof of address.
4308 W. State St. Boise, ID 83703
208-343-5429 ext. 1
Idaho Food Bank
Multiple Locations Throughout Idaho
Provides free food assistance in Idaho. Use their website to find food banks near your location.
http://www.idahofoodbank.org/get-help/getfood
Snake River Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Elia Lopez
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
500 Stampede Dr. Nampa, ID 83687
208-696-8440
ellopez@nsd131.org
Central Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Jasmine Flores
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1415 15th St. S Nampa, ID 83651
208-565-8949
jflores@nsd131.org
Iowa Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Jennifer Owen-Tillotson
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
626 W. Iowa Ave. Nampa, ID 83686
208-696-8451
jowentillotson@nsd131.org
West Middle School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Enrique Munoz
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
28 S. Midland Blvd. Nampa, ID 83651
208-590-9659
enmunoz@nsd131.org
Nampa High School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Madisyn Parker
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
203 Lake Lowell Ave. Nampa, ID 83686
208-686-8730
mparker@nsd131.org
Peregrine Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Eva Urquia
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1860 Waltman St. Meridian, ID 83642
208-855-4106
urquia.eva@westada.org
McMillan Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: The NEST
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
10901 W. McMillan Rd. Boise, ID 83713
208-855-4479
kennedy.heidi@westada.org
Desert Sage Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Sarah Henthorn
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
9325 W. Mossywood Dr. Boise, ID 83709
208-350-4020
henthorn.sarah@westada.org
Lincoln Elementary - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Kristin Guerrero
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1200 Grant St. Caldwell, ID 83605
208-455-3321 ext. 1641
kguerrero@caldwellschools.org
Sacajawea Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Leticia Garcia
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1710 N. Illinois Ave. Caldwell, ID 83605
208-455-3333 ext. 1439
letgarcia@caldwellschools.org
Whitney Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Janet Pina
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
2918 Washington Ave. Caldwell, ID 83605
208-455-3317 ext. 1229
jpina@caldwellschools.org
Washington Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1609 S. Owyhee St. Boise, ID 83705
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Frank Church High School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
3608 S. Milwaukee Lane Boise, ID 83709
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Morley Nelson Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
7701 W. Northview St. Boise, ID 83704
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Taft Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
3722 W. Anderson St. Boise, ID 83703
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Whittier Elementary School - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
301 N. 29th St. Boise, ID 83702
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Garfield Elementary - Family & Community Resource Center
Contact Name: Boise District Community Schools
Centers are open to community members in need of assistance. Resources include food, clothing, housing and utilities assistance. Coordinators are also able to help families with emergency needs on a case by case basis. Please contact the center that is most convenient for you.
1914 S. Broadway Ave. Boise, ID 83706
208-854-4065
communityschools@boiseschools.org
Idaho Diaper Bank
No Restrictions
Provides free diapers for babies in Idaho. Use their website to find diaper banks near your location.
http://www.idahodiaperbank.org/locations
Free Formula Exchange
No Restrictions
Allows families in need of formula to connect with others who have formula available to donate.
http://www.freeformulaexchange.com
Terry Reilly Diaper Program
Restrictions Unknown
Provides free diapers for babies.
208-467-7654
The Cloth Option
No Restrictions
Provides free cloth diapers for babies.
413-455-0865
info@theclothoption.org
http://www.theclothoption.org
Wash, Wipe, & Wear - Redeemer Lutheran
Ada County Residents Only
Provides free diapers, toilet paper & laundry detergent. Every 3rd Saturday from 1pm to 2:30pm.
2920 Cassia St. Boise, ID 83705
208-344-6758
office@redeemerboise.org
http://www.redeemerboise.org
Baby Needs Closet
Restrictions Unknown
Provides free diapers & wipes through The Cathedral of the Rockies. One request per month. Mon & Wed 1pm to 4:30pm.
717 N. 11th St. Boise, ID 83702
208-343-7511
St. Luke's Children's Car Seat Safety Program
Restrictions Unknown
Provides monthly car seat check-up events, and also provides child passenger safety seats for families who may not be able to afford them.
208-381-3033
childrenscarseatprogram@slhs.org
http://www.stlukesonline.org/health-services/health-information/health-topics/car-seat-safety
Safe Kids USA
Restrictions Unknown
Safe Kids USA offers free or discounted car seats. Contact the location of your district: District 1: Kootenai Health 208-666-2030, District 2: Moscow Police Dept. 208-883-7054 (ask for Kirstin); Success by 6 of the Palouse 208-882-7387; St. Joseph Reg Med Center 208-799-5430 (ask for Linda Rosetti); District 3: Canyon County Paramedics 208-466-8800 (based on income guidelines) District 4: Safe Kids Treasure Valley 208-381-3033; Meridian Fire Dept 208-884-0597 District 5: Safe Kids of Magic Valley 208-814-7640 District 6: Southeast District Health 208-478-6315 District 7: Madison Memorial Hospital 208-359-6710
Varies By District - See Description
Navigation Services (Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare)
Must have children under 18 in the household
Call 211 and request a Navigation Referral.
211
El-Ada-Outreach Services
Restrictions Unknown
Referral & Service Coordination - written referrals, vouchers, medical transportation, assistance completing applications, telephone bill help, food pantry, educational help.
2250 S Vista Ave. Boise, ID 83705
208-345-2820
Our Path Home
Restrictions Unknown
Provides resources, information and support to people experiencing a housing crisis.
150 N. Capitol Blvd. Boise, ID 83702
208-336-4663
info@ourpathhome.org
http://www.ourpathhome.org
St. Vincent de Paul Help Line
Restrictions Unknown
Provides help with utilities, rent, household goods, transportation and clothing.
Ada/Mountain Home: 208-331-2208; Caldwell: 208-919-2940; Nampa: 208-466-3400
http://www.svdpid.org
Jesse Tree
Renters in Ada & Canyon County Only
Provides emergency rental assistance & case management. Must be behind in rent and have received a 3-day notice or summons to a court hearing.
1121 Miller St. Boise, ID 83702
208-383-9486
office@jessetreeidaho.org
http://www.jessetreeidaho.org
4 The Love Of Kinship
Kinship Caregivers
Provides information and support for relatives raising kinship children.
4TheLoveOfKinship@gmail.com
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Youth (6-14 years old)
Provides a "big sister" or "big brother" mentor to complete recreational activities together.
7609 W. Emerald St. Boise, ID 83704
208-377-2552
http://www.bbbsidaho.org
Bare Roots Collective
Young Adults (18-25 years old)
Provides mentorship, educational programming and community resources.
1674 Hill Rd. Suite 2 Boise, ID 83702
208-841-9299
http://www.barerootscollective.org
Boise Angels
Foster/Kinship Families
Provides a variety of services for children, in foster or kinship care, including a Love Box program (mentorship/support for child & caregivers) and a one on one teen (ages 11-22) mentorship program called Dare to Dream.
7154 W. State St. Boise, ID 83714
208-629-7290
info@boiseangels.org
http://www.boiseangels.org
Breaking Chains Academy of Development
Teenagers (16-18 years old)
Provides at risk-youth with tools & resources needed to deter them from criminal & gang activity while helping them successfully transition into adulthood.
1703 3rd St. N Nampa, ID 83687
208-546-0333
http://www.breakingchainsacademy.org
JEMFriends
Young Adults (18-24 years old)
Provides a supportive independent living program to help youth aging out of foster care as they take steps towards independence.
1111 S. Orchard St. #101 Boise, ID 83705
208-863-0222
http://www.jemfriends.org
Freedom Youth Foundation
Foster Children
Provides free sports clinics, financial education, mentorships & scholarships.
6700 N. Linder Rd. Ste 156 Meridian, ID 83646
208-555-0153
mary@freedom-youth.org
http://www.freedom-youth.org
Boise Bicycle Project
May Need Referral
Provides free bicycles & bike safety lessons.
1027 S. Lusk St. Boise, ID 83706
208-429-6520
info@boisebicycleproject.org
http://www.boisebicycleproject.org
All Kids Inspired
Children in the Treasure Valley
Offers tuition assistance for extracurricular activities.
208-606-0836
allkids.inspired@gmail.com
http://www.inspiredkids.org
Blazing Hope Youth Family Horse Ranch
No Restrictions
Provides free horse riding & horse caring education.
208-697-0011
blazinghopeidaho@gmail.com
http://www.blazinghopeidaho.org
The Mayfly Project
Foster Children (8 years & older)
Provides 5 outings where the children learn how to fly fish & are provided with fly fishing gear to keep to continue learning about fly fishing.
kaitlin@themayflyproject.com
http://www.themayflyproject.com/mentee-registration-form
C.A.S.T. For Kids
Special Needs Children (6 years & older)
Provides special needs children & thier caregivers a day of fishing at a local lake along with supplies (fishing rod & reel, t-shirt, hat. tackle box) and an experienced angler to learn proper techniques & natural resources education. Event also includes a lunch and awards ceremony.
541-992-0441
info@castforkids.org
http://www.castforkids.org
Boise Art Museum
No Restrictions
1st Thursday of each month = Pay what you can admission. 3rd Wednesday of each month = Seniors (62+) receive free admission all day.
670 Julia Davis Dr. Boise, ID 83702
208-345-8330
info@boiseartmuseum.org
http://www.boiseartmuseum.org
Museums For All Program
Must have SNAP EBT Card
Receive admission of $3.00 or less (per person) for up to 4 people at the following museums: Discovery Center of Idaho Children's Museum of Idaho The Peregrine Fund's World Center for Birds of Prey Old Idaho Penitentiary Idaho State Museum
Various Museums - See Description
http://www.museum4all.org
MK Nature Center
No Restrictions
Offers a FREE unique wildlife experience on a 4.6-acre site along the Boise River Greenbelt. The StreamWalk and Visitor Center provide a glimpse of Idaho's many landscapes and abundant wildlife. Underwater viewing windows along the stream walk give visitors a fish-eye view of the world.​
600 S. Walnut St. Boise, ID 83712
208-334-2225
http://www.idfg.idaho.gov/d7/site/mk-nature-center
Boise PAL (Police Activities League)
Restrictions Unknown
Builds partnerships with youth, Police and the community through educational, cultural, recreational and outreach programs to help youth reach their full potential.
copsandkids@boisepal.org
http://www.boisepal.org
Meridian PAL (Police Activities League)
Restrictions Unknown
Offers recreational youth baseball, flag football, and soccer programs in Meridian, Idaho, Boise, Kuna, Star, Eagle and surrounding communities.
http://www.meridianpal.org
Nampa PAL (Police Activities League)
Restrictions Unknown
Offers positive, wholesome and character building activities in well-supervised and safe settings. We offer youth football, outdoor programs (hiking, rock climbing, etc), weight training, boxing and more. We will be starting equestrian events soon as well.
208-468-5640
http://www.cityofnampa.us/778/Community-Involvement

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