Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals
Food Assistance in Rhode Island. Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Rhode Island, any hour of the day, to be referred to the food pantries and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. Translation is available in many languages. United Way of Rhode Island, which runs the service, can also be reached on 401-444-0600 on weekdays.
Phone: 211
Website: https://www.211ri.org/
Good to know: Phone verified from United Way of Rhode Island's 211 site 211ri.org on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.
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Frequently asked questions about Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals
How do I contact Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals?
You can call Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 in Rhode Island. Their website is https://www.211ri.org/.
What services does Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer?
Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Rhode Island, any hour of the day, to be referred to the food pantries and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. Translation is available in many languages. United Way of Rhode Island, which runs the service, can also be reached on 401-444-0600 on weekdays.
Are services at Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals free or low-cost?
Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer services in other languages?
Call Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 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.