get help
HACAP serves the following counties in Iowa: Benton, Dubuque, Delaware, Iowa, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington. If you are outside of our service area and looking for programming within your community, please find your local Community Action Program by visiting iowacommunityaction.org. Our programming could use your help! Please consider donating to any one of these initiatives online here.
Energy Assistance
Energy Assistance helps households by supporting heating and utility costs so families can maintain essential services and stay warm through Iowa’s cold winter months.
Find Food Near You
Discover nearby food pantries quickly with our interactive map, featuring up‑to‑date locations, hours, and days of operation.
HACAP Food Reservoir
The HACAP Food Reservoir serves as our central hub for sourcing, storing, and distributing nutritious food to local pantries and community partners across Eastern Iowa.
Affordable Housing
Affordable Housing provides safe, stable living options that help individuals and families build long‑term security and move toward greater independence.
NWNRC Food Market
The Northwest Neighborhood Resource Center Food Market offers fresh, accessible food in a warm, dignity‑focused community space.
Head Start
Head Start provides comprehensive early childhood education, family support, and developmental services that help children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
WIC
WIC provides nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and health resources to help pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children thrive.
SNAP
SNAP helps individuals and families buy the nutritious food they need by providing monthly benefits that make groceries more affordable and accessible.
Senior Dining
Senior Dining provides nutritious meals and a welcoming community space where older adults can enjoy food, connection, and support for healthy living.
Weatherization
Weatherization helps households reduce energy costs and improve home safety by making essential upgrades that keep living spaces warmer, healthier, and more efficient.
Hawki
Hawki provides low‑cost, comprehensive health coverage that helps Iowa children access the medical, dental, and preventive care they need to grow and thrive.
I-Smile
I‑Smile connects children and families with dental care, education, and preventive services to support healthy smiles and long‑term oral health.
Operation Home
Operation Home supports veterans and their families by providing stable housing, personalized case management, and the resources needed to build long‑term independence.
