14 Food Assistance in Rhode Island — Free Help
14 verified food assistance resources in Rhode Island. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance use treatment, and community…
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- Feeding America - Rhode Island — Food Assistance in Providence, Rhode Island — (800) 771-2303
- Feeding America - Rhode Island — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — (800) 771-2303
- Rhode Island 211 - Food Assistance Referrals — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 211 — 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
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank — Food Assistance in Providence, Rhode Island — (401) 942-6325 — Member food bank of the Feeding America national network — the largest U.S. hunger-relief organization, comprising 198 regional food banks that distribute meals
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank (Bristol County Service Area) — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 401-942-6325 — Regional food bank in the Rhode Island Community Food Bank statewide network responsible for Bristol County. The food bank is based in Providence and serves 5 c
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank (Kent County Service Area) — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 401-942-6325 — Regional food bank in the Rhode Island Community Food Bank statewide network responsible for Kent County. The food bank is based in Providence and serves 5 coun
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank (Newport County Service Area) — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 401-942-6325 — Regional food bank in the Rhode Island Community Food Bank statewide network responsible for Newport County. The food bank is based in Providence and serves 5 c
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank (Washington County Service Area) — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 401-942-6325 — Regional food bank in the Rhode Island Community Food Bank statewide network responsible for Washington County. The food bank is based in Providence and serves
- Rhode Island EBT Card Customer Service — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 888-979-9939 — Customer-service line for the Rhode Island EBT card used for SNAP food benefits. Call to check your balance, change your PIN, or report a lost, stolen, or damag
- Rhode Island SNAP — DHS Call Center — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 855-697-4347 — Statewide line to apply for SNAP food benefits in Rhode Island and to ask about an existing case through the Department of Human Services. The number spells 1-8
- Rhode Island School and Summer Meals — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 401-222-4600 — The Rhode Island Department of Education's Child Nutrition office runs free and reduced-price school breakfast and lunch during the school year and summer meal
- Rhode Island WIC Program (Women, Infants & Children) — Food Assistance in Rhode Island — 800-942-7434 — WIC gives free healthy food, infant formula, breastfeeding support, and nutrition advice to pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five who qualify. Ca
- The Salvation Army Providence Corps — Food Assistance in Providence, Rhode Island — 401-831-1119
- The Salvation Army Providence Corps — Food Assistance in Providence, Rhode Island — 401-831-1119 — Salvation Army corps community center on Broad Street in Providence offering emergency food help, including a food pantry, plus referrals for rent, utility, and
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Frequently asked questions
How many food assistance resources are available in Rhode Island?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified food assistance resources across Rhode Island. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.
Are these food assistance services free?
Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.
How do I know if I'm eligible?
Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.
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 in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.
Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.
Can I get help in a language other than English?
Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).
In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.