Low-Income Resources in Nebraska

This page is a public directory of programs that may help with food support, housing and utilities, child and family care, healthcare resources, and crisis services. Availability and eligibility vary by program. If you notice something looks outdated, please let us know.

Food resources
Housing and utilities
Child and family care
Healthcare resources
Crisis care
Debt help

Food resources

Statewide nutrition support in Nebraska includes the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), WIC for women, infants, and children, and local food bank connections. These programs provide guidance and access to affordable food options for eligible households.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — Nebraska DHHS

Helps with: Monthly food benefits for eligible households to buy groceries.
How to start: Review program basics, then apply through the official state portal.

Program overview: Nebraska SNAP (DHHS)
Apply and manage benefits: iServe Nebraska portal

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) — Nebraska DHHS

Helps with: Healthy food, nutrition information, and breastfeeding support for eligible participants.
How to start: Learn about eligibility and find local WIC clinics.

Program overview: Nebraska WIC Program

Food pantry referral — 211 Nebraska

Helps with: Connects you to local food pantries, meal programs, and community nutrition services.
How to start: Use the statewide resource directory or call 211.

211 Nebraska resource search

Housing and utilities

Housing supports in Nebraska consist of energy cost assistance through LIHEAP and links to affordable housing initiatives. Local partners and community action agencies may also offer help with rent and utility expenses.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) — Nebraska DHHS

Helps with: Partial payment toward heating and cooling costs for eligible households.
How to start: Review program details and apply via the state portal when ready.

Program overview: Nebraska LIHEAP (DHHS)
Apply or check eligibility: iServe Nebraska portal

Affordable housing information — Nebraska Department of Economic Development

Helps with: Information on state housing initiatives and affordable housing programs.
How to start: Explore housing resources and funding programs.

Nebraska housing programs overview

Child and family care

Families in Nebraska may be eligible for child care subsidy, temporary cash assistance for families, and other supports administered by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Child Care Subsidy — Nebraska DHHS

Helps with: Financial assistance for eligible families to cover child care costs.
How to start: Review program information and apply through the state portal.

Program overview: Child Care Subsidy (DHHS)
Apply and manage: iServe Nebraska portal

Aid to Dependent Children (ADC) — Nebraska DHHS

Helps with: Temporary cash assistance and employment supports for eligible families with children.
How to start: Review eligibility and apply via the official portal.

Program overview: Nebraska ADC / Temporary Assistance overview
Apply and manage: iServe Nebraska portal

Healthcare resources

Healthcare coverage and medical support are available through Nebraska Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). These programs provide free or low-cost coverage for eligible residents.

Nebraska Medicaid & CHIP — Apply and eligibility

Helps with: Health coverage for low-income individuals and families, including CHIP for children.
How to start: Review eligibility options and apply through the state portal.

Program overview and details: Medicaid and CHIP information (DHHS)
Apply or check status: iServe Nebraska portal

Crisis care

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For urgent emotional support or help finding local services, Nebraska’s statewide referral and crisis helplines below can connect you to assistance.

211 Nebraska

Helps with: Referrals to food, housing, utilities, childcare, healthcare, and community services.
How to start: Call or search online for local referrals.

211 Nebraska resource search
Call: 2-1-1

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Helps with: Free, confidential support for mental health or emotional crisis.
How to start: Call or text 988, or use online chat.

Dial or text: 988

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Helps with: Confidential support and referrals for domestic violence situations.
How to start: Call or chat with trained advocates.

Call: 1-800-799-7233
The Hotline

Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA)

Helps with: Crisis counseling for emotional distress related to disasters.
How to start: Call or text for support.

Call or text: 1-800-985-5990
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline

If debt is part of the picture

Many people looking for assistance are also dealing with credit card balances, collections, payday loans, or medical bills. If you want a calm review of options, Money Fit offers nonprofit credit counseling and education. We’ll help you understand what’s realistic, without pressure.

Talk with Money Fit Debt management plan help Payday loan help

Note: Program availability and eligibility vary. Money Fit does not provide cash assistance and cannot guarantee outcomes.

Last reviewed: January 2026 | URL: /low-income/nebraska/