Community Resources

Community Resources

DMACC and our surrounding communities offer a wide range of resources. Whether you have questions about housing, food, utilities, transportation, childcare resources, or other supports, help is available. Below are some helpful places to begin.

211 Iowa is a one-stop source of information for people in need of assistance with resources such as food, shelter, utility assistance, and much more.

• Call 211
• Text your Zip to 898211
• Use the Online Search Engine
• Live Chat (7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., 7days a week)
• Email (Allow 1 business day)

Community Action Agencies provide a wide range of services to help individuals and families. They are excellent places to start for a variety of resources. Click on your county for more information.

Don't see your county listed? Search for your county's community action agency here.

Food Pantries

• DMACC Pantries
• The Food Grid is a map that can lead you to community refrigerators in Central Iowa.
• Find a Food Bank Near You through the Food Bank of Iowa
• FoodFinder is a food pantry locator that shows you when and where to get free food assistance in your area.
• Dallas, Polk, and Warren Counties Community Fridge Locations

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

• Apply for Medicaid, Food Assistance (SNAP), or Family Investment Programs (FIP)
• Apply for Child Care Assistance
• Apply for WIC

Additional Resources

County Resource Guides are directories of local support for housing, food, healthcare, employment, childcare, mental health, and much more. Click on your county for more information.