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2-1-1: Free, Confidential Support
2-1-1 is a free, and confidential information and referral helpline that connects millions of people each year to the help they need within their local community. Job loss, illness, rent trouble, or a natural disaster—no matter the challenge, 211 is a reliable resource for everyone.
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Real People, Real Solutions
- 211 is available 24/7/365. That’s every day, every hour, every minute of the year.
- Trained Specialists: You’ll talk to a real person—a trained, expert specialist who answers the call, helps identify the root causes of your problem, and connects you to local resources.
- Translation service is available in 180 languages, making the service available to millions more people than would otherwise have access to it.
- You can call to find volunteer opportunities in your area. The holidays are an especially good time to check, as 211 often has a long list of local organizations and families that need help.
211 Changes Lives - lives like Paula’s. Racked by severe daily headaches due to poor eyesight, Paula didn’t have vision insurance to address the problem. When she called 211, a specialist there connected her to a nonprofit that paid for her eye exam and glasses. Now, Paula is pain-free and seeing clearly.
“I can’t say enough about how nice they are at 211, They are so kind.” -Paula
United Way Worldwide released its 2025 Impact Survey data, showing the top needs of people nationwide. The 211 network made an average of 37 referrals per minute to people seeking help with housing, utilities and food, among other pressing needs. In 2025 alone, the 211 network made six million referrals for housing assistance, a 150% increase over the past decade, and the largest share of requests for help.
View the full 2025 2-1-1 Impact Report here.