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2-1-1 is a free and anonymous hotline that helps people find information about local resources in their community. Calling 2-1-1 is the starting point for making a connection to community services such as food, clothing, shelter, employment, and during disasters, to name a few. We maintain a comprehensive, up-to-date database that is updated regularly according to industry standards.
CareerOneStop is…
- your source for employment information and inspiration;
- the place to manage your career;
- your pathway to career success;
- tools to help job seekers, students, businesses, and career professionals;
- sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
CareerOneStop products include:
Business Center
CareerOneStop.org/BusinessCenter
A one-stop source for help hiring, training, and retaining a strong workforce.
GetMyFuture
CareerOneStop.org/GetMyFuture
Offers career, training, and job search resources to young adults aged 14 to 24.
Credentials Center
CareerOneStop.org/Credentials
Helps individuals plan, locate, and pay for education, training, and other credentials to help them start, change, or advance their careers.
Disaster Recovery Services
CareerOneStop.org/DRS
Quick access to a range of employment and related resources for people and businesses impacted by floods and other recent disasters.
Job Search Help for Ex-Offenders
CareerOneStop.org/ExOffenders
Tools and resources to help job seekers with a criminal record explore careers, get training, and find a job.
mySkills myFuture
mySkillsmyFuture.org
Helps laid-off workers and other career changers explore new careers that may use the skills and experience gained in previous jobs.
Veteran and Military Transition Center
CareerOneStop.org/Veterans
A one-stop website for employment, training, and financial help after military service.
Competency Model Clearinghouse
CareerOneStop.org/CompetencyModel
Validated industry competency models and tools to build a custom model and career ladder/lattice for your industry.
CareerOneStop Mobile App
Mobile Apps
CareerOneStop offers six mobile apps for job seekers including Find an American Job Center, Find a Job, Veterans Job Search, Salary Finder, Training Finder, and Unemployment Insurance.
The Disaster Benefits Team provides advice and representation for people seeking financial resources to help themselves, their families, or their small businesses recover from disasters.
Services & Activities
- Help low-income disaster survivors access FEMA assistance, insurance, and low-interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA);
- Help navigate FEMA to seek financial aid from its Individuals and Households Program (IHP);
- Appeal FEMA denials or award amounts;
- Pursuing extension of temporary shelter or rental assistance;
- Defending against recoupment demands;
- Pursue litigation to seek solutions to systemic FEMA problems;
- Help clients who seek fair handling of their claims with the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the National Flood Insurance Program
- Help people who have applied for personal disaster loans from the SBA in relation to FEMA.
TRLA representation is free, but there may be other related charges such as court fees.
LiftFund provides affordable loans and education to small businesses and entrepreneurs who do not have access to credit from commercial sources.
In response to the economic impact the pandemic has had on small businesses, LiftFund has partnered with various organizations to offer economic relief funding to local entrepreneurs.
Please click here to see available programs.
Free
This program provides immediate assistance for our neighbors who are displaced due to unforeseen circumstances, a natural disaster, or a humanitarian crisis.
| Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
by Castroville Road Meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
by American Red Cross Central and South Texas Region
If an emergency has forced you to evacuate your home, or disrupted your access to essential services, the Red Cross may be able to help.
What services are offered at Red Cross Service Sites?
During a disaster or emergency, you can rely on Red Cross shelters for:
- Meals, snacks and water
- Health services (for disaster-related conditions), such as first aid, refilling lost prescriptions or replacing lost eyeglasses
- Emotional support and mental health services
- Charging stations for cell phones and medical devices
- Emergency supplies to help clean up after a disaster
- Access to multi-agency disaster-related resources in the community
- Access to caseworkers to help you with disaster recovery planning and financial assistance for those who qualify
Everyone is welcome at a Red Cross shelter and all disaster assistance is free.
All Red Cross shelters are accessible to people with disabilities. Your service animal is also welcome. Please speak with a shelter worker if your service animal needs food or supplies.
Free
by American Red Cross Central and South Texas Region
The Red Cross helps members of the military, veterans and their families prepare for, cope with, and respond to, the challenges of military service.
- Volunteers provide home comforts and critical services on bases and in military hospitals around the world
- We support military families during deployments and emergencies
- We continue serving our nation’s veterans after their service ends
Our Services:
| Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Learn about Presbyterian Disaster Assistance resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural and human-made crises. Find tools for congregations, individuals, and communities to provide aid, support resilience, and stand in solidarity with those affected.
We offer help in:
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Mission Presbytery is dedicated to helping mitigate disasters before they happen, respond with aid when they do, and stay through the recovery helping to rebuild lives, families, and the community.
We usually support other agencies with volunteers, equipment, and financial aid. Mission Presbytery also hosts/houses volunteers who respond to an area after a disaster. Our organization is not set up to help at the individual level, that is where each of the churches comes in, we serve other agencies, volunteers, and first responders.
Winter weather in Texas can be severe, so it’s important to be prepared. Check out our How to Prepare for a Disaster video to learn what steps you can take to be ready and stay safe.
Disability Rights Texas works to help Texans with disabilities prepare for, and recover from, disasters and emergencies.
Click here to read all of our resources on Disaster Preparedness and Recovery.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover.
Click here to learn more.
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching as we act to:
- Promote Human Development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies; and,
- Serve Catholics in the United States as they live their faith in solidarity with their brothers and sisters around the world.
As part of the universal mission of the Catholic Church, we work with local, national and international Catholic institutions and structures, as well as other organizations, to assist people on the basis of need, not creed, race or nationality
Click here to send us an email
San Antonio Aware And Prepared is available year-round for response after storms, fire, and flooding.
We can help with downed trees and branches, interior debris clearing from fire or flooding, and clearing of other vegetative and non-vegetative debris.
We serve all of Bexar County.
This service is for households with low or fixed incomes and those who are behind on their rent or utility bills.
Free to those who qualify
| Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
The program provides critical support to individuals and families impacted by severe weather events and emergencies, ensuring that basic needs are met during times of crisis. By supplying essential recovery items such as diapers, period supplies, and hygiene products, the Texas Diaper Bank addresses the unique challenges faced by vulnerable populations, including infants, seniors, and low-income families. These essential items play a vital role in maintaining health, dignity, and stability during emergency situations.
In addition to distributing supplies, the program works in coordination with community partners and disaster response agencies to ensure rapid and efficient delivery to affected areas. By prioritizing accessibility and immediate relief, the Texas Diaper Bank helps families recover more quickly from disruptions caused by hurricanes, flooding, and other natural disasters. This proactive approach reduces the long-term impact of emergencies, fostering resilience and providing a lifeline for those in need.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
by Jones Maltsberger Meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.
Under the direction of local leadership, Church volunteers distribute supplies, participate in cleanup efforts, and assist other relief organizations to help disaster victims recover. Click here to learn more.