As the holiday season approaches, Indiana 211 is reminding residents across the state that help and support are only three digits away. Individuals and families in need of assistance with holiday meals, toys, winter shelter, or other basic necessities can contact Indiana 211 to be connected with trusted local resources in all 92 Indiana counties.
Indiana 211 serves as a free, confidential referral service, linking callers to community programs designed to provide relief during the holidays and throughout the winter months.
Holiday and Winter Resource Support
By dialing 2-1-1 or visiting in211.org, Hoosiers can access information on a wide range of assistance programs, including:
Holiday Meals and Food Programs
Christmas meal sites
Emergency food pantries
Holiday food box programs
Community meals with extended winter hours
Winter Shelter and Warmth Resources
Warming centers and overnight emergency shelters
Severe Weather Contingency shelters
Utility assistance programs to help with heating costs
Holiday Giving Programs
Toy distribution programs
Holiday clothing drives
Mental Health and Crisis Support
Indiana 211 also connects individuals to immediate emotional support services, including local counseling resources, warm lines, crisis response teams, and grief support referrals.
If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide or facing a mental health or substance use crisis, help is available 24/7 through the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 to speak with a trained crisis specialist.
How to Get Help
Call: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-866-211-9966 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Text: Text your ZIP code to 898-211 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Indiana 211 encourages residents not to wait until a crisis arises and to reach out early to find the support they need during the holiday season and beyond.