Conrad's Charities

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Basic Needs & Human Services

Food access, housing, emergency support, family care, and practical help for day-to-day stability.

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Basic Needs & Human Services Charities

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Chicago Lights Social Service Center

Basic Needs & Human Services / Food banks & meal programs | Housing & homelessness | Poverty relief

Last verified Apr 30, 2026

Partner with Chicago adults to build brighter futures through food support, clothing resources, case management, and other services that help people pursue greater stability.

Location
Chicago, IL, USA
Service area
Chicago service area with pantry appointments for ZIP codes 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60606, 60610, 60611, 60654, and 60661
Contact
+1 (312) 640-2571
Ways to help
Donate, Volunteer, Goods, Events, Get Help
Donation linkDonation FAQWebsiteVolunteerView on Google Maps
Chicago Lights Financials | IRS Form 990 (2023) | Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago Lights About Us

Organization profile

Abode

Basic Needs & Human Services / Housing & homelessness | Family services | Poverty relief

Last verified Jun 20, 2026

Work together to end homelessness in the Bay Area through housing, services, and coordinated support for individuals and families.

Location
Fremont, CA, USA
Service area
Bay Area, California
Contact
Contact field pending
Ways to help
Donate, Volunteer, Get Help, Remote
Donation linkDonation FAQWebsiteVolunteerView on Google Maps
Abode Website | Charity Navigator

Source-linked local resource

The Bowery Mission

Basic Needs & Human Services / Food banks & meal programs | Housing & homelessness | Poverty relief

Last verified Sep 13, 2026

Provide meals, shelter, clothing, and other support for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty.

Location
New York, NY, USA
Service area
New York City metro area
Contact
+1 (212) 674-3456
Ways to help
Donate, Volunteer, Goods, Get Help
Donation linkDonation FAQWebsiteVolunteerView on Google Maps
The Bowery Mission Contact | The Bowery Mission Contact

Source-linked local resource

Coalition for the Homeless

Basic Needs & Human Services / Housing & homelessness | Legal aid | Poverty relief

Last verified Sep 13, 2026

End homelessness in New York City through advocacy, direct services, and client support.

Location
New York, NY, USA
Service area
New York City
Contact
+1 (212) 776-2000
Ways to help
Get Help
Donation linkDonation FAQWebsiteVolunteerView on Google Maps
Coalition for the Homeless Contact | Coalition for the Homeless