S.A.B.R.E.E. Community Resource Hub is a carefully curated and thoughtfully structured collection of resource connections aligned with our mission to uplift individuals, families, and communities. Resources are organized into three tiers to ensure accessibility and relevance:
Missouri-specific resources
U.S. national resources
Global resources
This list is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. Rather, it serves as a trusted starting point and meaningful reference designed to assist individuals in navigating support systems, accessing critical services, and identifying pathways toward stability, healing, and empowerment. We affirm this hub as a valuable tool in our ongoing commitment to community support and whole-family well-being.
Missouri-specific resources
U.S. national resources
Global resources
This list is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. Rather, it serves as a trusted starting point and meaningful reference designed to assist individuals in navigating support systems, accessing critical services, and identifying pathways toward stability, healing, and empowerment. We affirm this hub as a valuable tool in our ongoing commitment to community support and whole-family well-being.
I. State of Missouri Resource List
Universal Navigation
Universal Navigation
- United Way 211 (Missouri) – 24/7 connection to local services including crisis assistance, basic needs, housing, food, health, counseling, job programs, childcare referrals, utility and transportation support; call 211 or 1-800-427-4626. {United Way of Greater St. Louis}
- Missouri DSS Resource Guide – Crisis hotlines (e.g., National Domestic Violence 800-799-7233; Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline 800-392-3738); safety planning and reporting. {Missouri Department of Social Services}
- Family Support Division (MO DSS) – SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program/food stamps), food assistance information.
- Missouri Family Resource Guide (behavioral health app/site) – links to food pantries and basic supports. {mo-pca.org}
- Shelter Directory Links (via MO Resource Guide) – Shelter listings and homelessness referrals. {Missouri Department of Social Services}
- United Way 211 Housing Assistance Navigation – local housing supports. {United Way of Greater St. Louis}
- United Way 211 Utility Assistance Navigation – connections to utility support programs. {United Way of Greater St. Louis}
- MO DSS Basic Needs Referrals – health care, childcare, and cash support information.
- Missouri Dept. of Health & Senior Services – community health centers and maternal/child services. {https://united4children.org}
- MO Dept. of Health Support Services – early childhood screening resources. {https://united4children.org}
- 988/Behavioral Health Crisis Line – statewide crisis counseling access. { https:/united4children.org}
- Missouri Department of Mental Health – community mental health referrals.
- Local faith-based and community grief support networks (e.g., Stephen Ministries in St. Louis); check local directories and hospital networks.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters (Missouri) – youth mentoring.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Missouri – youth development programs.
- School District Homeless Liaisons (statewide) – academic support for housing-instable youth. {https://united4children.org}
- Child Care Assistance Programs (MO DSS) – early learning support.
- Missouri Department of Labor Public Programs – job training and career services.
- Vocational Rehabilitation Services – employment support for individuals with disabilities. {Missouri Family to Family}
- United Way 211 Legal Referral Navigation – connections to legal services. {United Way of Greater St. Louis}
- MO DSS Financial Assistance Referrals – {TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and related supports}.
- United Way 211 Transportation Referrals – mobility supports. {United Way of Greater St. Louis}
- Local resource directories such as Start Here (St. Louis) for youth and family supports including legal aid, education, employment prep, life skills workshops.
II. U.S. National Resource List
A. Crisis & Immediate Safety
A. Crisis & Immediate Safety
- National Domestic Violence Hotline – 800-799-7233 (24/7 support and safety planning).
- National Sexual Assault Hotline – 800-656-4673 (24/7 confidential support).
- Feeding America – large national food bank network with local access.
- United Way 211 (nationwide) – connects to local food pantries and nutrition assistance.
- Family Promise (national) – supports families experiencing homelessness with shelter, mentoring, and case management.
- HUD Homeless Assistance Programs – federal housing and homelessness resources.
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) – federal utility bill support.
- Benefits.gov – comprehensive access point for federal benefits.
- Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) – maternal and child health services, including National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 1-833-TLC-MAMA. {HRSA}
- Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) – health coverage for children.
- Vaccines.gov – find local pediatric vaccination sites.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – support, education, and Help Line at 800-950-6264; text NAMI to 62640 or call 988 for crisis. {NAMI}
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – national behavioral health resources and treatment locators. {Magellan Healthcare}
- The Compassionate Friends – support for bereaved families.
- Dougy Center – grief support for children and families.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America – national youth mentoring programs.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America – youth development and after-school programs.
- National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) – school engagement resources.
- Reading & Tutoring National Networks (e.g., ProLiteracy).
- Head Start/Early Head Start – comprehensive early childhood services.
- Zero to Three – resources on early development and parenting.
- America’s Job Centers (AJC) – national workforce and career support.
- National Skills Coalition – jobs and training policy/advocacy.
- Legal Services Corporation (LSC) – free civil legal aid across the U.S.
- National Immigration Law Center (NILC) – legal advocacy and referral (immigration-related).
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – financial education resources.
- Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information (IRS) – tax and financial support.
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Resources – information on local transit programs.
- 211 Navigation – links to local transportation support.
- United Way Worldwide – broad partner resource network.
- Salvation Army USA – crisis, shelter, workforce, and family services.
III. Global Resource List
A. Crisis & Immediate Safety
A. Crisis & Immediate Safety
- International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) – humanitarian crisis response and protection.
- International Rescue Committee (IRC) – crisis support including safety, legal support, and resettlement.
- World Food Programme (WFP) – global food assistance.
- Action Against Hunger – nutrition and food security programs.
- UN-Habitat – sustainable housing and urban development.
- Shelter Worldwide – global housing support.
- Mercy Corps – humanitarian aid including livelihood and basic needs support.
- UNICEF – maternal and child health worldwide.
- WHO Maternal Health Programs – global health policies and support.
- UNICEF Child Health Resources – child immunization, nutrition, health education.
- Doctors Without Borders (MSF) – pediatric and emergency health care.
- World Health Organization (WHO) Mental Health Resources – global mental health guidance.
- International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP) – professional resources.
- Global Bereavement Network Partners – international grief support directories.
- Red Cross / Red Crescent Psychological First Aid – psychosocial support in crises.
- UNICEF Youth Programs – youth leadership and education support.
- World YMCA – youth mentorship and skill development.
- UNESCO Education Resources – global education guidance and school access.
- Global Partnership for Education (GPE) – supports education systems in low-income countries.
- Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN) – global advocacy and resources.
- UNICEF Early Learning Initiatives – early childhood development programs.
- ILO (International Labour Organization) Youth Employment – worker readiness resources.
- Global Apprenticeship Network (GAN) – workforce development.
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) – rights resources.
- International Justice Mission (IJM) – legal advocacy against exploitation.
- Grameen Foundation – global microfinance and financial inclusion.
- Kiva – international microloans and economic empowerment.
- UN Sustainable Transport Initiatives – global mobility support and policy.
- AmeriCares – global humanitarian relief and health supplies.
- World Vision – global community development and family support.