Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals

Food Assistance in Idaho. Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Idaho to be referred to the food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. From outside the state, or if 2-1-1 will not connect from your phone, call 800-926-2588. Run by the 211 Idaho CareLine, a program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Call centre hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Phone: 211

Website: https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/211

Good to know: Phone verified from the 211 Idaho CareLine, a program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's own 211 site at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.

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Frequently asked questions about Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals

How do I contact Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals?

You can call Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 in Idaho. Their website is https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/211.

What services does Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer?

Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Idaho to be referred to the food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. From outside the state, or if 2-1-1 will not connect from your phone, call 800-926-2588. Run by the 211 Idaho CareLine, a program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Call centre hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain time. You can also text 898211.

Are services at Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Idaho 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer services in other languages?

Call Idaho 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.