Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals)
Food Assistance in Alaska. Free, confidential statewide helpline for finding a food pantry, meal program, or other basic-needs help anywhere in Alaska, including communities off the road system. The state Division of Public Assistance points SNAP applicants here to find food while an application is pending. Dial 211 in state or use the toll-free number.
Phone: 800-478-2221
Website: https://www.alaska211.org
Good to know: Phone verified from the Alaska Division of Public Assistance SNAP page at health.alaska.gov on 2026-10-06. Statewide referral line — county = NULL.
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Frequently asked questions about Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals)
How do I contact Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals)?
You can call Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) at 800-478-2221 in Alaska. Their website is https://www.alaska211.org.
What services does Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) offer?
Free, confidential statewide helpline for finding a food pantry, meal program, or other basic-needs help anywhere in Alaska, including communities off the road system. The state Division of Public Assistance points SNAP applicants here to find food while an application is pending. Dial 211 in state or use the toll-free number.
Are services at Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) free or low-cost?
Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) at 800-478-2221 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) offer services in other languages?
Call Alaska 211 (Food Pantry and Basic Needs Referrals) at 800-478-2221 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.